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Isla Alcatráz Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇻🇪Parroquia Borburata, VEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Isla Alcatráz Lighthouse

Also known as: Isla Alcatráz (Isla Santo Domingo)

This skeletal fiberglass tower, standing 15 meters tall, is located on Isla Alcatráz, approximately 4 km northeast of Puerto Cabello. It displays red and white horizontal bands and emits a white flash every 10 seconds from a focal height of 19 meters. The lighthouse became operational in 2011. The nearest port, Borburata, is 1.5 km away. Its geographic range extends to 12.9 nautical miles.

Why it matters: The lighthouse marks the northwest corner of Isla Alcatráz, a hazard for vessels approaching or departing the nearby port of Puerto Cabello.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
19m
Geographic Range
12.9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2011

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Borburata(1.5 km)
Admiralty No.
J6452
NGA No.
16960

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands
Material
fiberglass

Structure: tower, listed as an orange fiberglass tower with a white band

Location

City
Parroquia Borburata
Country
🇻🇪Venezuela
Region
Carabobo State
Sea Region
northwest corner of an island about 4 km northeast of Puerto Cabello
Latitude
10.5072°
Longitude
-67.9757°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Isla Alcatráz Lighthouse at night?+
Isla Alcatráz displays the characteristic Fl White 10s. 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 Isla Alcatráz Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Isla Alcatráz Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Borburata at 1.5 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Puerto Cabello (2.7 NM SW), Turiamo (8.4 NM ESE), El Palito (9.5 NM W), INDEPENDENCIA (12.1 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Isla Alcatráz Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Isla Alcatráz 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 Isla Alcatráz Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Isla Alcatráz 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.