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Gopalpur Lighthouse

Fl W 5s🇮🇳West Bengal, Odisha, and Andhra Pradesh, INOperational

Location & Light Range

About Gopalpur Lighthouse

This lighthouse features a round masonry tower painted white with red bands. It reaches a height of 133 meters. The structure is operational and displays a white flashing light. Additionally, it is equipped with a RACON that transmits the Morse code for the letter S. The focal height of the light is 48 meters.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
48m
Geographic Range
26NM

Location

City
West Bengal, Odisha, and Andhra Pradesh
Country
🇮🇳IN
Latitude
19.2559°
Longitude
84.9067°

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
133m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white
Material
masonry

Structure: White round masonry tower, red banded; 105. AIS (MMSI No 004194441). RACON S(• • •)

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
F0988
NGA No.
26948
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Gopalpur Lighthouse at night?+
Gopalpur displays the characteristic Fl W 5s — 1 white flash every 5 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.
Which ports and harbors does Gopalpur Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Gopalpur Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Gopalpur at 3.9 NM to the NE. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Gopalpur Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Gopalpur 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 Gopalpur Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Gopalpur 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.