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Agampencara Lighthouse

Fl Green 5s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Agampencara Lighthouse

Agampencara lighthouse is a 20-meter-tall square skeletal tower with a gallery, constructed of concrete and painted green. It rests on a square concrete base supported by piles. The light emits a single green flash every 5 seconds and has a geographic range of 10 nautical miles. It is situated at the end of the west breakwater, 1.8 kilometers from Makassar, the nearest port. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself is not accessible.

Why it matters: This lighthouse guides fishing vessels into Paotere harbor, a significant fishing port adjacent to Makassar.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl G 5s
Focal Height
8m
Geographic Range
10NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
-5.1076°
Longitude
119.4241°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Makassar(1.8 km)
Admiralty No.
Q1510.5
NGA No.
25458

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
20m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
green
Material
concrete

Structure: square skeletal tower with gallery, painted green, mounted on a square concrete base supported by piles

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Agampencara Lighthouse at night?+
Agampencara displays the characteristic Fl Green 5s. 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 Agampencara Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Agampencara Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Makassar at 1 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Ujung Pandang, Sulawesi (2.1 NM SW), Biringkassi (17.8 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Agampencara Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Agampencara 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 Agampencara Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Agampencara 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.