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Arrecife Santiaguillo Lighthouse

Fl (2) WR 10s🇲🇽Gulf Coast, MXOperational

Location & Light Range

About Arrecife Santiaguillo Lighthouse

This cylindrical concrete tower, built in 1934, stands 32 meters tall. It features horizontal bands of red and white and is attached to a single-story keeper's house. The lighthouse displays a yellow light, showing a single flash every 6 seconds. Its focal height is also 32 meters, and it emits a light with a geographic range of 5 nautical miles. The structure is located on the Gulf Coast.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) WR 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
WR
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl.Y. period 6s
Focal Height
32m
Geographic Range
5NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1934

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
J4318
NGA No.
15436
ARLHS No.
MEX-076
Wikidata
Q118583032 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
32m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands
Material
concrete

Structure: Red cylindrical concrete tower, white banded; 105

Location

City
Gulf Coast
Country
🇲🇽MX
Latitude
19.1429°
Longitude
-95.8081°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Arrecife Santiaguillo Lighthouse at night?+
Arrecife Santiaguillo displays the characteristic Fl (2) WR 10s — 2 wr 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 wr color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Arrecife Santiaguillo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Arrecife Santiaguillo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Veracruz at 16 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Boca del Río (17.6 NM W), Cotaxtla (37.6 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Arrecife Santiaguillo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Arrecife Santiaguillo 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 Santiaguillo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Arrecife Santiaguillo 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.