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Bukit Kalangbau Lighthouse

Fl White 15s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Bukit Kalangbau Lighthouse

Also known as: Bukit Kalangbau (Kalang Bahu, Sungai Sambas)

This square skeletal tower, standing 40 meters tall and painted white, is situated on a steep-sided hill overlooking the Sambas River entrance. It features a lantern and gallery. The lighthouse emits a white flash every 15 seconds from a focal height of 132 meters, providing a geographic range of 28 nautical miles. The site is accessible, though the tower itself is closed to the public. The nearest port, Pemangkat, is located 5 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse guides vessels entering and exiting the Sambas River, facilitating access to the port of Pemangkat.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl W 15s
Focal Height
132m
Geographic Range
28NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
1.2028°
Longitude
108.9619°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Pemangkat(5.0 km)
Admiralty No.
F1891
NGA No.
25092

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
40m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white

Structure: tapered square skeletal tower with lantern and gallery, painted white

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Bukit Kalangbau Lighthouse at night?+
Bukit Kalangbau displays the characteristic Fl White 15s. 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 Bukit Kalangbau Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Bukit Kalangbau Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Pemangkat at 5 NM to the SSW. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Bukit Kalangbau Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Bukit Kalangbau 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 Bukit Kalangbau Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Bukit Kalangbau 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.