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Kalingapatnam Lighthouse

Fl (3) White 15s🇮🇳INOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kalingapatnam Lighthouse

The Kalingapatnam Lighthouse features a cylindrical masonry tower, 30 meters in height, distinguished by horizontal red and white bands. Its lantern and gallery are situated at a focal height of 35 meters. The current structure, built in 1982, stands on a site that has served as a light station since 1877. The light emits a white flash every 15 seconds, visible for 16.2 nautical miles. This lighthouse is located at the mouth of the Vamsadhara River, near the town of Kalingapatnam, India.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the mouth of the Vamsadhara River, serving as a key navigational point for local maritime activities.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) White 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl W 15s
Focal Height
35m
Geographic Range
16.2NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1982
First Lit
1877

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Calingapatnam(0.8 km)
Admiralty No.
F0982
NGA No.
112-26956
ARLHS No.
IND-036
Wikidata
Q30039442 →
OpenStreetMap
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
30m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with horizontal red and white bands
Material
masonry

Structure: hexagonal cylindrical masonry tower with lantern and gallery, painted with horizontal red and white bands

Location

Country
🇮🇳India
Region
Andhra Pradesh
Sea Region
mouth of the Vamsadhara River, Kalingapatnam, India
Latitude
18.3402°
Longitude
84.1218°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kalingapatnam Lighthouse at night?+
Kalingapatnam displays the characteristic Fl (3) White 15s — 3 white flashes every 15 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. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Is Kalingapatnam Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kalingapatnam 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 Kalingapatnam Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kalingapatnam 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.