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Buena Vista Southbound Rear Lighthouse

🇵🇦Panamá, PAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Buena Vista Southbound Rear Lighthouse

This skeletal tower, constructed of concrete, was first lit in 1914. The structure stands black and marks a critical point in the waterway. Originally, a concrete tower with a lantern, painted black, stood approximately 15 meters tall. The current skeletal tower replaced the historic lighthouse.

Light & Optic

Flash Count
1 flash

Construction & History

Year Built
1914

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
J6094.311.

Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
black
Material
concrete

Location

City
Panamá
Country
🇵🇦PA
Latitude
9.1413°
Longitude
-79.7924°

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Buena Vista Southbound Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Buena Vista Southbound Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is PANAMA CANAL at 1.7 NM to the E. Other ports served include Cristóbal (14 NM NNW), Manzanillo (14.2 NM NNW), Las Minas (14.7 NM N), Bahía Las Minas (15 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Buena Vista Southbound Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Buena Vista Southbound Rear 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.
What shipping routes pass near Buena Vista Southbound Rear Lighthouse?+
Buena Vista Southbound Rear Lighthouse is located within the Panama Canal approach — the vital waterway connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans through Central America. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Buena Vista Southbound Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Buena Vista Southbound Rear 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.