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Coatzacoalcos Entrance Range Front Lighthouse

Fl White 3s🇲🇽Coatzacoalcos, MXOperational

Location & Light Range

About Coatzacoalcos Entrance Range Front Lighthouse

This square pyramidal skeletal tower stands 33 meters tall and is painted with red and white horizontal bands. It is situated on the east side of the dredged entrance channel near Coatzacoalcos, Veracruz. The tower has a focal height of 33 meters and emits a white flash every 3 seconds. Its geographic range is 15.9 nautical miles. The lighthouse is located about 4 km south of the breakwater lights and 0.6 km from the nearest port, Pajaritos.

Why it matters: This front range light works with another light to establish a critical navigational line, guiding vessels safely into the port of Coatzacoalcos and ensuring passage through the dredged entrance channel.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl W 3s
Focal Height
33m
Geographic Range
15.9NM

Location

City
Coatzacoalcos
Country
🇲🇽Mexico
Region
Veracruz
Sea Region
Located on the east side of the dredged entrance channel, about 4 km south of the breakwater lights, near Coatzacoalcos.
Latitude
18.1361°
Longitude
-94.4041°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
33m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands

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

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Pajaritos(0.6 km)
Admiralty No.
J4339
NGA No.
15468
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Coatzacoalcos Entrance Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Coatzacoalcos Entrance Range Front displays the characteristic Fl White 3s. 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 Coatzacoalcos Entrance Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Coatzacoalcos Entrance Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Coatzacoalcos at 0.3 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Pajaritos (1.7 NM SE), Nanchital (4.2 NM S), Rabon Grande/Coatzacoalcos (4.8 NM N), Minatitlan (17.5 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Coatzacoalcos Entrance Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Coatzacoalcos Entrance Range Front 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 Coatzacoalcos Entrance Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Coatzacoalcos Entrance Range Front 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.