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Kolonodale Lighthouse

Fl White 8s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kolonodale Lighthouse

A white, square skeletal tower standing 30 meters tall, the Kolonodale Lighthouse guides vessels from a focal height of 33 meters. It emits a white light with a characteristic of a single flash every 8 seconds, visible for approximately 16 nautical miles. The lighthouse is situated near the Kolonodale port, just 0.7 kilometers away. While the lighthouse site is accessible to the public, visitors cannot enter the tower itself. This structure serves to mark the harbor entrance for the regency capital.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is important for ships navigating the shipping lanes into Kolonodale, a key seaport on Tomori Bay, guiding vessels safely into the harbor.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 8s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Fl W 8s
Focal Height
33m
Geographic Range
15.9NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
-1.9886°
Longitude
121.3402°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Kolonodale(0.7 km)
Admiralty No.
Q1564.7
NGA No.
25274
ARLHS No.
IDO-311

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
30m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white

Structure: square skeletal tower, painted white

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kolonodale Lighthouse at night?+
Kolonodale displays the characteristic Fl White 8s. 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 Kolonodale Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kolonodale Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Kolonodale at 1.4 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Morowali (12.1 NM NE), Malili, Sulawesi (42 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kolonodale Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kolonodale 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 Kolonodale Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kolonodale 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.