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Isla El Cardón Lighthouse

Fl W 10s🇳🇮Nicaragua, NIInactive

Location & Light Range

About Isla El Cardón Lighthouse

The Isla El Cardón lighthouse is a white, round concrete tower constructed in 1876. Standing 13 meters tall, its focal height reaches 24 meters above sea level. The tower is painted white with red accents. It emits a single white flash every 10 seconds. This lighthouse has been non-operational since its construction.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 10s
Focal Height
24m
Light Range
996NM (1844.6 km)
Geographic Range
10NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1876

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
G3352
NGA No.
15400
Wikidata
Q60220118 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white and red
Material
concrete

Structure: White round concrete tower, red lante rn; 43

Location

City
Nicaragua
Country
🇳🇮NI
Latitude
12.4758°
Longitude
-87.1905°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Isla El Cardón Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 24 meters and a nominal range of 996 nautical miles (approximately 1844.6 km), Isla El Cardón is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. Lights of this range are typically used as landfall lights by vessels approaching from the open sea.
How do mariners identify Isla El Cardón Lighthouse at night?+
Isla El Cardón displays the characteristic Fl W 10s — 1 white flash every 10 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 Isla El Cardón Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Isla El Cardón Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Corinto at 1.2 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Puerto Sandino (29.9 NM SE), Potosí (36.3 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Isla El Cardón Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Isla El Cardón Lighthouse is currently listed as inactive. It may have been decommissioned, replaced by a different navigation aid, or temporarily taken out of service. Mariners should check the latest Notices to Mariners for current status.
How can I track vessels near Isla El Cardón Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Isla El Cardón 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.