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Karang Demung Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Karang Demung Lighthouse

The Karang Demung lighthouse is a black beacon with a red horizontal band, topped by a black topmark, marking an isolated danger. It stands 14 meters above sea level and emits a white flash every 10 seconds. This aid to navigation has a geographic range of 11.6 nautical miles. Located on a shoal approximately 51.9 kilometers from the nearest port, Tanjung Pemancingan, it is accessible only by boat. The lighthouse continues its operational function today.

Why it matters: This lighthouse helps guide vessels navigating the waters southeast of Tanjung Pamukan, likely marking a specific shoal that poses a hazard to shipping.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
-2.8312°
Longitude
117.0666°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Color
black with a red horizontal band

Structure: ISOLATED DANGER (IALA A) Black beacon, red banded, black topmark

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Tanjung Pemancingan(51.9 km)
Admiralty No.
Q1446.5
NGA No.
24941
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Karang Demung Lighthouse at night?+
Karang Demung 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.
Is Karang Demung Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Karang Demung 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 Karang Demung Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Karang Demung 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.