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Colombo Island Breakwater South End Lighthouse

Fl R 3s🇱🇰Sri Lanka, LKOperational

Location & Light Range

About Colombo Island Breakwater South End Lighthouse

This iron lighthouse, built in 1905, stands 17 meters tall. The round tower, constructed from iron, is painted green. Its focal plane is 13 meters above sea level, emitting a single red occulting flash. This structure guards the south end of the Colombo Island breakwater, serving as a marker for the north side of the western harbor entrance.

Why it matters: The lighthouse marks the north side of the western entrance to Colombo Harbour.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl R 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Oc
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
13NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1905

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
F0788
NGA No.
27316
ARLHS No.
SLI-007
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
17m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
green
Material
iron

Structure: Round masonry tower; 39

Location

City
Sri Lanka
Country
🇱🇰LK
Latitude
6.9552°
Longitude
79.8470°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Colombo Island Breakwater South End Lighthouse at night?+
Colombo Island Breakwater South End displays the characteristic Fl R 3s — 1 red flash every 3 seconds. 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 Colombo Island Breakwater South End Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Colombo Island Breakwater South End Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Colombo at 0.1 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Beruwala (30 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Colombo Island Breakwater South End Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Colombo Island Breakwater South End 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 Colombo Island Breakwater South End Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Colombo Island Breakwater South End 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.