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Cù Lao Chàm Lighthouse

Fl (4) White 16s🇻🇳VNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Cù Lao Chàm Lighthouse

This octagonal concrete lighthouse stands 26 meters tall and features a lantern and gallery. Its yellow tower, completed in 2021, replaces an earlier light established in 2003. The original light was situated on a short post atop a two-story keeper's house. The new structure has a focal height of 139 meters and emits four white flashes every 16 seconds. Its geographic range extends to 28.7 nautical miles, aiding navigation from its position on Cù Lao Chàm island.

Why it matters: This lighthouse guides vessels around the northeastern point of Cù Lao Chàm island, a location served by ferries and other craft supporting island resorts.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (4) White 16s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
4 flashes
Interval
16s
Raw Code
Fl(4) W 16s
Focal Height
139m
Geographic Range
28.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2021

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Da Nang(20.7 km)
Admiralty No.
F3203.2
NGA No.
20318

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
26m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
yellow
Material
concrete

Structure: octagonal white concrete tower with lantern and gallery

Location

Country
🇻🇳VN
Latitude
15.9562°
Longitude
108.5369°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Cù Lao Chàm Lighthouse at night?+
Cù Lao Chàm displays the characteristic Fl (4) White 16s — 4 white flashes every 16 seconds. 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 Cù Lao Chàm Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Cù Lao Chàm Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Nguyen Van Troi Port at 19.3 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Song Han 9 (19.3 NM WNW), Da Nang (19.4 NM WNW), Hai Son (19.5 NM WNW), Tien Sa Terminal (21.7 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Cù Lao Chàm Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Cù Lao Chàm 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 Cù Lao Chàm Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Cù Lao Chàm 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.