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Estero Salado C Range Rear Lighthouse

Oc White 5s🇪🇨ECOperational

This square skeletal tower, constructed of concrete, stands 23 meters tall and is painted red with a white vertical stripe. It guides ships northeastward off Puerto Pizarro, situated in the water on the north side of Isla de Puná. The light emits an occulting white signal that is obscured for 5 seconds on a cycle. This rear range light functions with a front light, approximately 1100 meters to the southwest, to establish a precise navigational alignment. The site is open to visitors by boat, though the tower itself is closed to the public.

Why it matters: The Estero Salado C Range Rear light is essential for safe navigation through the complex waterways off Puerto Pizarro, providing a critical alignment for ships heading northeastward along the northern side of Isla de Puná.

Characteristic Signature
Oc White 5s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Oc W 5s
Focal Height
23m
Geographic Range
13.8NM
Country
🇪🇨Ecuador
Region
Guayas
Sea Region
In the water off Puerto Pizarro, guiding ships northeastward on the north side of the Isla de Puná.
Latitude
-2.5863°
Longitude
-80.1232°
Nearest Port
Posorja(9.9 km)
Admiralty No.
G3043.1
NGA No.
0472
Tower Height
23m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
red with a white vertical stripe
Material
concrete

Structure: square skeletal tower, painted white, mounted on a platform supported by four piles

Open to public
Site open, tower closed
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How do mariners identify Estero Salado C Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Estero Salado C Range Rear displays the characteristic Oc White 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Estero Salado C Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Estero Salado C Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Posorja at 10.2 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Puná (15.2 NM SE), Guayaquil (22.6 NM NNE), Puerto Nuevo (25.4 NM NNE), Puerto Balao Grande (25.6 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Estero Salado C Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Estero Salado C Range Rear 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 Estero Salado C Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Estero Salado C Range Rear 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.