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Chichibacoa Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇨🇴Uribia, COOperational

Location & Light Range

About Chichibacoa Lighthouse

Constructed of steel, the Chichibacoa Lighthouse stands 18 meters tall with a focal height of 20 meters. Its square pyramidal skeletal tower is painted with distinct red and white horizontal bands. Since its establishment and first lighting in 2001, the lighthouse has been an active aid to navigation. It emits a white flash every 10 seconds, providing a geographic range of 13.2 nautical miles. The lighthouse is situated near a point of land at Chichibacoa, in the La Guajira region of Colombia.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is important for guiding ships navigating the waters around the point of land at Chichibacoa, helping to ensure clear passage along this stretch of the Colombian coast.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
20m
Geographic Range
13.2NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2001

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Puerto Bolivar(43.2 km)
ARLHS No.
COL-024

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
18m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands
Material
steel

Structure: square pyramidal steel skeletal tower, painted with red and white horizontal bands

Location

City
Uribia
Country
🇨🇴Colombia
Region
La Guajira
Sea Region
near a point of land at Chichibacoa
Latitude
12.2779°
Longitude
-71.2245°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Chichibacoa Lighthouse at night?+
Chichibacoa displays the characteristic Fl White 10s. 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 Chichibacoa Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Chichibacoa Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Puerto Bolívar at 43.2 NM to the W. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Chichibacoa Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Chichibacoa 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 Chichibacoa Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Chichibacoa 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.