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Bajo Nuevo Lighthouse

Fl (2) W 15s🇯🇲Colombia: San Andres and Providencia, JMInactive

Location & Light Range

About Bajo Nuevo Lighthouse

Bajo Nuevo Lighthouse is a maritime navigation aid located in Colombia: San Andres and Providencia, JM. It is currently listed as inactive and may no longer emit a light signal. The light sits at a focal height of 22 meters above mean sea level.

Light characteristic: The identifying signal of this lighthouse is Fl (2) W 15s. This means the light produces 2 flashes every 15 seconds. Mariners use this distinctive pattern to positively identify the light and distinguish it from other aids to navigation in the area. The light displays a white signal, the most common color for major coastal lights.

Position: Bajo Nuevo Lighthouse is positioned at 15.8652°N, 78.6425°W, near Colombia: San Andres and Providencia in JM.

Geographic context: Bajo Nuevo Lighthouse is situated on the Caribbean Sea. The location falls within the tropical climate zone with warm waters and seasonal monsoons.

Nearby lighthouses in JM: Other lighthouses in the region include Folly Point, Galina Point, Lazaretto Cairn, Lover'S Leap, Morant Cays. View all on the Lighthouses Directory.

Flash Characteristics

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) W 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
15s

Physical Specifications

Focal Height
22m
Light Range
Not available
Status
INACTIVE
City
Colombia: San Andres and Providencia
Country
🇯🇲JM
Latitude
15.8652°
Longitude
-78.6425°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Bajo Nuevo Lighthouse at night?+
Bajo Nuevo displays the characteristic Fl (2) W 15s — 2 white flashes every 15 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.
Is Bajo Nuevo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Bajo Nuevo Lighthouse is currently listed as inactive. It may have been decommissioned, replaced by a different navigation aid, or temporarily taken out of service. Mariners should check the latest Notices to Mariners for current status.
How can I track vessels near Bajo Nuevo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Bajo Nuevo 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.