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Cửa Sót Lighthouse

Fl White 6s🇻🇳VNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Cửa Sót Lighthouse

Also known as: Cửa Sót (Mui Lo)

This 13-meter concrete lighthouse, established in 1969, guides vessels approaching the Cửa Sót estuary. The cylindrical tower features three galleries and is painted yellow with white trim. Its light emits a white flash every six seconds from a focal height of 90 meters, providing a geographic range of 23.8 nautical miles. The structure stands on a headland marking the southern approach to the waterway. The nearest port is Ben Thuy, located 17.5 kilometers away.

Why it matters: The lighthouse warns mariners of the headland on the south side of the entrance to the Cửa Sót estuary, preventing groundings.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl W 6s
Focal Height
90m
Geographic Range
23.8NM

Location

Country
🇻🇳VN
Latitude
18.4680°
Longitude
105.9410°

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Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
yellow with white trim
Material
concrete

Structure: square cylindrical concrete tower with three galleries, painted yellow with white trim

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Ben Thuy(17.5 km)
Admiralty No.
F3219.3
NGA No.
20276.2
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Cửa Sót Lighthouse at night?+
Cửa Sót displays the characteristic Fl White 6s. 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 Cửa Sót Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Cửa Sót Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is VINH at 16.9 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Vinh (22.3 NM NW), Culao (24.2 NM NW), Cua Lo (24.5 NM NNW), Dông Hài (26.6 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Cửa Sót Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Cửa Sót 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 Cửa Sót Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Cửa Sót 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.