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Canal de Chavarria Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇲🇽MXOperational

Location & Light Range

About Canal de Chavarria Lighthouse

Also known as: Canal de Chavarria (Barra Morón)

A white, octagonal concrete tower with blue trim stands 37 meters tall on the south side of the dredged lagoon entrance at Barra Morón, Mexico. This structure, built in 2012, features a 3-story base, a central tower, and an octagonal harbor control room topped by a light tower with a lantern and gallery. Its light emits a single white flash every 5 seconds, visible for 10.4 nautical miles. The tower's focal height is 10 meters above the water. While the site is accessible by boat, the tower itself is closed to the public.

Why it matters: The lighthouse's updated Admiralty chart location corrects previous inaccuracies and ensures safe passage for vessels navigating the inlet at Barra Morón. Its integrated harbor control room indicates a role in managing local port traffic.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2012

Significant events: Became active in 2012, Admiralty location found to be incorrect

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
37m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
white with blue trim
Material
concrete

Structure: octagonal building, with a 3-story base, a central tower, an octagonal harbor control room, and a light tower with lantern and gallery

Location

Country
🇲🇽Mexico
Region
Tamaulipas
Sea Region
Located on the south side of a dredged lagoon entrance at Barra Morón, marking an inlet in Mexico.
Latitude
22.6702°
Longitude
-97.8429°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Altamira(11.0 km)
Admiralty No.
J4232.5
NGA No.
15213
USCG No.
CF-28-098
ARLHS No.
MEX-097
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Canal de Chavarria Lighthouse at night?+
Canal de Chavarria 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 Canal de Chavarria Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Canal de Chavarria Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Altamira at 16.7 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Ciudad Madero (24.2 NM S), Tampico (25.3 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Canal de Chavarria Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Canal de Chavarria 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 Canal de Chavarria Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Canal de Chavarria 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.