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Bontang Fourth Range Front Lighthouse

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Location & Light Range

About Bontang Fourth Range Front Lighthouse

Also known as: Bontang Fourth Range Front (1D)

This square metal tower stands 23 meters tall, painted with horizontal red and white bands. It is mounted on a square platform supported by piles and is situated within the Bontang natural gas harbor. The structure's focal height is also 23 meters. Its white light flashes quickly every 75 times per minute. The geographic range for this aid is 13.8 nautical miles. The site is open to visitors, but the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This range front light is critical for ships navigating the Bontang natural gas harbor, ensuring precise alignment for safe passage, and directly supports the efficient operation of a key energy export facility.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Q white
Flash Type
Quick
Light Color
white
Raw Code
Q.W. 75
Focal Height
23m
Geographic Range
13.8NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
0.0966°
Longitude
117.4945°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Bontang(2.6 km)
Admiralty No.
F2029.4
NGA No.
24818

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
23m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands and mounted on a square platform supported by piles

Structure: square metal tower painted with red and white horizontal bands and mounted on a square platform supported by piles

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Bontang Fourth Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Bontang Fourth Range Front displays the characteristic Q white. 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 Bontang Fourth Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Bontang Fourth Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Bontang, Kl at 3.7 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Tanjung Merangas (4 NM SSE), Santan Terminal, Kl (12.6 NM SSE), SANGATA (16.5 NM NNE), Muara Berau (23.2 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Bontang Fourth Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Bontang Fourth Range Front 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 Bontang Fourth Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Bontang Fourth Range Front 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.