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Jeneponto Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Jeneponto Lighthouse

Also known as: Jeneponto (Jene Ponto)

This square skeletal lighthouse, standing 12 meters tall on a concrete base supported by piles, guides vessels with a white flash every 5 seconds. Its focal plane is 15 meters above the water, providing a geographic range of 11.9 nautical miles. The structure is painted white and features a gallery. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself is closed to visitors. Jeneponto Lighthouse is located near the port of Makassar, about 40.3 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This light guides ships approaching the pier and navigating the coastal waters of Jeneponto, helping to ensure safe passage for local maritime traffic.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
11.9NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
-5.6371°
Longitude
119.8530°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Makassar(40.3 km)
Admiralty No.
Q1530.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
square
Material
concrete

Structure: square skeletal tower with gallery, painted white, mounted on a square concrete base supported by piles

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Jeneponto Lighthouse at night?+
Jeneponto displays the characteristic Fl 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 Jeneponto Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Jeneponto Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Makassar at 40.4 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Ujung Pandang, Sulawesi (40.6 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Jeneponto Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Jeneponto 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 Jeneponto Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Jeneponto 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.