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Almirante Brown Lighthouse

Fl (2) W 16s🇦🇷Northern Argentina, AROperational

Location & Light Range

About Almirante Brown Lighthouse

The Almirante Brown lighthouse was built in 1949 of concrete and became operational that same year. The white cylindrical tower stands 5 meters tall. Its focal plane is 76.5 meters above sea level. A red bull's-eye daymark with horizontal red bars adorns the white tower. It displays a flashing red light, with two flashes separated by 4 seconds, repeating every 16 seconds.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) W 16s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
16s
Raw Code
Fl.R. period 3s
Focal Height
76.5m
Geographic Range
5NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1949

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
G1049
NGA No.
19640
ARLHS No.
ARG-018
Wikidata
Q5856105 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Location

City
Northern Argentina
Country
🇦🇷AR
Latitude
-42.2167°
Longitude
-64.2552°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Almirante Brown Lighthouse at night?+
Almirante Brown displays the characteristic Fl (2) W 16s — 2 white flashes every 16 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.
Which ports and harbors does Almirante Brown Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Almirante Brown Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Punta Colorada at 45.7 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Puerto Madryn (46.6 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Almirante Brown Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Almirante Brown 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 Almirante Brown Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Almirante Brown 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.