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Krishnapatnam Range Rear Lighthouse

Fl Green 4s🇮🇳INOperational

Location & Light Range

About Krishnapatnam Range Rear Lighthouse

The Krishnapatnam Range Rear light stands 37 meters tall as a square pyramidal skeletal steel tower. It is painted with red and white horizontal bands, and its light has a focal height of 40 meters. This light emits a single green flash every 4 seconds and has a geographic range of 17.1 nautical miles. The structure is situated in the wetlands south of Krishnapatnam harbor, approximately 1.1 kilometers from the port. It is one of two lights forming a range for maritime traffic.

Why it matters: This rear range light, along with its front counterpart, provides essential directional guidance for vessels entering Krishnapatnam harbor, helping to avoid grounding in the surrounding wetlands.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl G 4s
Focal Height
40m
Geographic Range
17.1NM

Location

Country
🇮🇳India
Region
Andhra Pradesh
Sea Region
wetlands on the south side of Krishnapatnam harbor, India
Latitude
14.2483°
Longitude
80.1034°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
37m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands
Material
steel

Structure: square pyramidal skeletal tower painted with red and white horizontal bands

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Krishnapatnam(1.1 km)
Admiralty No.
F0952.151.
NGA No.
27064
ARLHS No.
IND-022
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Krishnapatnam Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Krishnapatnam Range Rear displays the characteristic Fl Green 4s. 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Krishnapatnam Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Krishnapatnam Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Krishnapatnam at 1.5 NM to the E. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Krishnapatnam Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Krishnapatnam Range Rear 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 Krishnapatnam Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Krishnapatnam Range Rear 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.