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Bukit Puyahan Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Bukit Puyahan Lighthouse

Also known as: Bukit Puyahan (Lembar Harbor)

A 15-meter square tower built of concrete stands at Bukit Puyahan. This two-stage structure, erected in 2013, features a skeletal tower on top of a white concrete base. Its light emits a white flash every 5 seconds from a focal height of 64 meters, visible for over 20 nautical miles. The lighthouse is situated approximately 0.8 kilometers from the nearest port, Lembar. It overlooks the northern side of the entrance to Lembar's inner harbor.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the entrance to Lembar Harbor, guiding vessels safely into and out of the port.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
64m
Geographic Range
20.6NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2013

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Lembar(0.8 km)
Admiralty No.
Q1298
NGA No.
25560

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: 2-stage tower, including a square skeletal tower mounted atop a white concrete tower

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
-8.7265°
Longitude
116.0590°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Bukit Puyahan Lighthouse at night?+
Bukit Puyahan displays the characteristic Fl White 5s. 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 Puyahan Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Bukit Puyahan Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Lembar at 0.9 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Ampenan, Bali (9.6 NM N), Senggigi (13.6 NM N), Sunut (30.3 NM ESE), Manggis (34.2 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Bukit Puyahan Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Bukit Puyahan 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 Puyahan Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Bukit Puyahan 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.