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Coatzacoalcos West Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Red 5s🇲🇽Coatzacoalcos, MXOperational

Location & Light Range

About Coatzacoalcos West Breakwater Lighthouse

This 14-meter red tower stands on the west breakwater at Coatzacoalcos, Mexico. It exhibits a red flash every 5 seconds from a focal height of 17 meters, with a geographic range of 12.4 nautical miles. The structure includes a gallery but lacks a lantern room. Originally painted with white bands, it was repainted solid red sometime after 2008 and again in 2018. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This light marks the western edge of the shipping channel into the port of Coatzacoalcos, ensuring safe transit for vessels.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl R 5s
Focal Height
17m
Geographic Range
12.4NM

Construction & History

Significant events: Repainted from white bands to solid colors (post-2008), freshly painted in 2018

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14m
Tower Color
red

Structure: A 14m red tower with a gallery but no lantern.

Location

City
Coatzacoalcos
Country
🇲🇽Mexico
Region
Veracruz
Sea Region
West Breakwater in Coatzacoalcos, Mexico
Latitude
18.1661°
Longitude
-94.4157°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Coatzacoalcos(2.0 km)
ARLHS No.
MEX-181
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Coatzacoalcos West Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Coatzacoalcos West Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl Red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Coatzacoalcos West Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Coatzacoalcos West Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Coatzacoalcos at 2.2 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Rabon Grande/Coatzacoalcos (3.2 NM NNE), Pajaritos (3.5 NM SSE), Nanchital (6 NM S), Minatitlan (18.6 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Coatzacoalcos West Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Coatzacoalcos West Breakwater 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 West Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Coatzacoalcos West Breakwater 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.