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Arrecife Blanquilla Nord Lighthouse

Fl (4) R 16s🇲🇽Gulf Coast, MXOperational

Location & Light Range

About Arrecife Blanquilla Nord Lighthouse

A truncated conical concrete tower, standing 46 meters tall, marks the Arrecife Blanquilla Nord. Its white and red bands wrap around an octagonal base, topped by a red section. The lighthouse emits a single red flash every 16 seconds from a focal height of 15 meters. Its geographic range is 6 nautical miles. The structure consists of a round post mounted on an octagonal pyramidal concrete tower.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (4) R 16s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
4 flashes
Interval
16s
Raw Code
F.R.
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
6NM

Location

City
Gulf Coast
Country
🇲🇽MX
Latitude
19.2283°
Longitude
-96.1012°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
46m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
white and red
Material
concrete

Structure: Red truncated conical concrete tower, white banded; 46. MEXICO

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
J4270
NGA No.
15360
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Arrecife Blanquilla Nord Lighthouse at night?+
Arrecife Blanquilla Nord displays the characteristic Fl (4) R 16s — 4 red 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. The red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Arrecife Blanquilla Nord Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Arrecife Blanquilla Nord Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Veracruz at 2 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Boca del Río (6.8 NM S), Cotaxtla (28.6 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Arrecife Blanquilla Nord Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Arrecife Blanquilla Nord 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 Arrecife Blanquilla Nord Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Arrecife Blanquilla Nord 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.