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Tuticorin Harbour North Breakwater Spur Lighthouse

Q Green🇮🇳Thoothukudi, INOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tuticorin Harbour North Breakwater Spur Lighthouse

This square skeletal tower, constructed from concrete, stands 8 meters tall and is painted with black and white horizontal bands. It is mounted on a 1-story white concrete base. The light emits a quick-flashing green signal. Situated on the north side of the entrance to Tuticorin Harbour, India, it is 0.4 kilometers from the nearest port, New Tuticorin. The structure's focal plane is 10 meters above sea level, and it has a geographic range of 10.4 nautical miles.

Why it matters: This light marks the northern breakwater spur, a critical point for vessels entering Tuticorin Harbour, a significant port on India's southeastern coast.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Q Green
Flash Type
Quick
Light Color
Green
Raw Code
Q G
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Location

City
Thoothukudi
Country
🇮🇳India
Region
Tamil Nadu
Sea Region
north side of the entrance to Tuticorin Harbour, India
Latitude
8.7527°
Longitude
78.2106°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
black and white horizontal bands
Material
concrete

Structure: square skeletal tower painted with black and white horizontal bands and mounted on a square 1-story white concrete base

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
New Tuticorin(0.4 km)
Admiralty No.
F0735.6
NGA No.
27189
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tuticorin Harbour North Breakwater Spur Lighthouse at night?+
Tuticorin Harbour North Breakwater Spur displays the characteristic Q Green. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern published in the List of Lights, allowing mariners to positively identify it and distinguish it from other navigation aids in the area. The green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Tuticorin Harbour North Breakwater Spur Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tuticorin Harbour North Breakwater Spur Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is New Tuticorin at 0.4 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Tuticorin (2 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tuticorin Harbour North Breakwater Spur Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tuticorin Harbour North Breakwater Spur Lighthouse is currently operational. It is actively maintained and continues to emit its characteristic light signal for marine navigation. Most modern lighthouses are automated and monitored remotely by the national maritime authority.
How can I track vessels near Tuticorin Harbour North Breakwater Spur Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tuticorin Harbour North Breakwater Spur Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.