Phare de Port-Bouët

The Phare de Port-Bouët is situated on Rue du Phare in Port-Bouët, Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire. The suburb of Port-Bouët is one of the 10 urban communes of the city of Abidjan.

History

Port-Bouët had not been inhabited until around 1930. The Port Bouët/Petit Bassam lighthouse was built in the early 1930s to serve as a navigational aid for ships entering the Abidjan Harbour.

Architecture and Construction

The Phare de Port-Bouët is a man-made structure, specifically a lighthouse. It is constructed of materials that are not specified in available data.

Light Characteristics

The light characteristics of the Phare de Port-Bouët include a red colour and a characterisation code "F". The light's sector end is reported to be at 19 degrees, while its sector start is at 13 degrees. The focal height of the lighthouse is not specified in available data.

Current Status

The Phare de Port-Bouët is reportedly an active aid to navigation. However, it is not clear whether it has been automated or still requires manual operation.

Heritage Status

The Phare de Port-Bouët is listed as a notable landmark in the region.

Notable Historical Events

No specific historical events are reported for the Phare de Port-Bouët.