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Chimaré Lighthouse

Fl White 12s🇨🇴Uribia, COOperational

Location & Light Range

About Chimaré Lighthouse

This square pyramidal steel skeletal tower, standing 18 meters tall, was built and first lit in 2001. It is painted with red and white horizontal bands. The lighthouse emits a single white flash every 12 seconds, visible for 14.3 nautical miles. It is located about 8 km west of Puerto Chimaré, within the La Guajira region of Colombia. The structure’s focal height reaches 25 meters above sea level.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is essential for the safe navigation of ships approaching and departing Puerto Chimaré, a key regional port.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 12s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Fl W 12s
Focal Height
25m
Geographic Range
14.3NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2001

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Puerto Bolivar(30.4 km)
ARLHS No.
COL-038

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
Located about 8 km (5 mi) west of Puerto Chimaré.
Latitude
12.3943°
Longitude
-71.4603°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Chimaré Lighthouse at night?+
Chimaré displays the characteristic Fl White 12s. 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 Chimaré Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Chimaré Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Puerto Bolívar at 30.5 NM to the WSW. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Chimaré Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Chimaré 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 Chimaré Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Chimaré 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.