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Acandí Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 10s🇨🇴Turbo, COOperational

Location & Light Range

About Acandí Lighthouse

A square metal skeletal tower, 12 meters high, marks the northern entrance to Acandí on a small island within the Gulf of Urabá. Painted with red and white horizontal bands, its light emits a single white flash every 10 seconds. The focal height of the light is 27 meters above sea level, offering a geographic range of 14.7 nautical miles. The lighthouse structure itself stands 12 meters tall. While the grounds are open to visitors, the tower remains closed. The nearest port is Turbo, located 7.6 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for safe navigation into Acandí, warning mariners of the harbor entrance in the Gulf of Urabá.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
27m
Geographic Range
14.7NM

Location

City
Turbo
Country
🇨🇴Colombia
Region
Antioquia
Sea Region
Gulf of Urabá, marking the northern entrance to Acandí on a small island.
Latitude
8.1363°
Longitude
-76.8391°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Turbo(7.6 km)
Admiralty No.
J6144.5
NGA No.
16635
ARLHS No.
COL-030

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands
Material
metal

Structure: square skeletal tower, painted with red and white horizontal bands

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Flag
Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Acandí Lighthouse at night?+
Acandí displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 10s — 2 white flashes every 10 seconds. 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Acandí Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Acandí Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Turbo at 7.1 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include ACANDI (34.3 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Acandí Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Acandí 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 Acandí Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Acandí 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.