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Bajo Salinas Lighthouse

Iso white 4s🇪🇨ECOperational

Location & Light Range

About Bajo Salinas Lighthouse

The Bajo Salinas lighthouse, an inactive concrete skeletal tower, stands on a square platform supported by piles. Its white and orange structure rises 13 meters high, with the light situated 12 meters above sea level. For years, it emitted an isophase white light, with red and green sectors, on a cycle determined by the light's characteristics. Located on the east side of the Estero Santa Rosa entrance, approximately 5 km north of Puerto Bolívar, its geographic range extended 13 nautical miles. The lighthouse ceased operations in 2020.

Why it matters: Its former operational status was essential for guiding vessels safely into and out of the Estero Santa Rosa, a critical waterway for maritime traffic heading to or from Puerto Bolívar.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso white 4s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
white
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Iso.W.R.G
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
13NM

Construction & History

Significant events: Inactive since 2020

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Puerto Bolivar(1.3 km)
Admiralty No.
G3028.6
NGA No.
0517
ARLHS No.
ECU-015

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white and orange
Material
concrete

Structure: skeletal tower mounted on a square concrete platform supported by piles

Location

Country
🇪🇨Ecuador
Sea Region
East side of the entrance to the Estero Santa Rosa, about 5 km north of Puerto Bolívar
Latitude
-3.2397°
Longitude
-80.0027°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Bajo Salinas Lighthouse at night?+
Bajo Salinas displays the characteristic Iso white 4s. 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Bajo Salinas Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Bajo Salinas Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is Puerto Bolívar at 0.6 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Puerto Balao Grande (22.8 NM NNE), Puná (30.8 NM N), Posorja (35 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Bajo Salinas Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Bajo Salinas 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 Bajo Salinas Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Bajo Salinas 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.