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Isla de los Muertos Lighthouse

Fl White 6s🇨🇴COOperational

Location & Light Range

About Isla de los Muertos Lighthouse

A 19-meter skeletal concrete tower, distinguished by red and white horizontal bands, rests atop a small concrete equipment shelter. The light source is situated 22 meters above sea level. This structure is positioned on a low point of land approximately 2.5 kilometers east of Matuntugo. It emits a white flash every six seconds, with a visible distance of 13.6 nautical miles. The closest harbor is Turbo, 6.1 kilometers distant.

Why it matters: This navigation aid marks the Colombian coast near Matuntugo, offering a reference point for vessels.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl W 6s
Focal Height
22m
Geographic Range
13.6NM

Location

Country
🇨🇴Colombia
Sea Region
low promontory about 2.5 km east of Matuntugo
Latitude
8.1311°
Longitude
-76.8131°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
19m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands
Material
concrete

Structure: skeletal tower mounted on a small concrete equipment shelter

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Turbo(6.1 km)
Admiralty No.
J6147
NGA No.
16636
ARLHS No.
COL-027
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Isla de los Muertos Lighthouse at night?+
Isla de los Muertos displays the characteristic Fl White 6s. 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 de los Muertos Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Isla de los Muertos Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Turbo at 5.6 NM to the SE. Other ports served include ACANDI (35.7 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Isla de los Muertos Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Isla de los Muertos 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 de los Muertos Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Isla de los Muertos 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.