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Kepulauan Balabalagan Lighthouse

Fl White 20s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kepulauan Balabalagan Lighthouse

Also known as: Kepulauan Balabalagan (Pulau Balabalagan, Pulau Ambo)

This metal skeletal tower, painted white, stands 40 meters tall. It is situated on the southeasternmost island of the Balabalagan archipelago, within the Makassar Strait. The lighthouse emits a white light, with a characteristic of one white flash every 20 seconds. Its focal height is also 40 meters, providing a geographic range of 17.1 nautical miles. Access to this remote location is by boat, and the nearest port, Mamuju, is 56.1 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is critical for ships traversing the Makassar Strait, a major maritime route. Its light warns of the presence of the Balabalagan islands, a potential hazard in the middle of the strait.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 20s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
20s
Raw Code
Fl W 20s
Focal Height
40m
Geographic Range
17.1NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
-2.5357°
Longitude
117.9473°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
40m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
white
Material
metal

Structure: skeletal tower, painted white

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Mamuju(56.1 km)
Admiralty No.
Q1488.5
NGA No.
24944
ARLHS No.
IDO-177
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kepulauan Balabalagan Lighthouse at night?+
Kepulauan Balabalagan displays the characteristic Fl White 20s. 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 Kepulauan Balabalagan Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kepulauan Balabalagan 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 Kepulauan Balabalagan Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kepulauan Balabalagan 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.