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Khlong Yai Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇹🇭THOperational

Location & Light Range

About Khlong Yai Lighthouse

Khlong Yai Lighthouse, constructed in 2010, stands 32 meters tall as a white, skeletal metal tower. Its light emits a single white flash every 5 seconds from a focal height of 58 meters, visible for nearly 20 nautical miles. The structure overlooks the port of Khlong Yai, located 11.2 kilometers from Koh kong. The site is accessible to the public, but the tower itself remains closed. This lighthouse replaced an earlier structure with a lower focal plane, enhancing navigational capabilities in the area.

Why it matters: The Khlong Yai lighthouse aids vessels navigating the coastal waters of southeastern Thailand, assisting safe passage into and out of the port.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
58m
Geographic Range
19.8NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2010

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
32m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
white
Material
metal

Structure: skeletal tower, painted white

Location

Country
🇹🇭TH
Latitude
11.7767°
Longitude
102.8881°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Koh kong(11.2 km)
Admiralty No.
F3008
NGA No.
20556
ARLHS No.
THA-015
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Khlong Yai Lighthouse at night?+
Khlong Yai 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 Khlong Yai Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Khlong Yai Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Khlong Yai at 0.9 NM to the SE. Other ports served include KOH KONG (11.6 NM SSE), Chanthaburi (49.7 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Khlong Yai Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Khlong Yai 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 Khlong Yai Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Khlong Yai 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.