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Las Animas Range Rear Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇲🇽MXOperational

Location & Light Range

About Las Animas Range Rear Lighthouse

Also known as: Las Animas Range Rear (Cerro Iturbe)

First lit in 2013, the Las Animas Range Rear light is a square skeletal metal tower, 8 meters high, painted white. Its focal height is 100 meters, and it displays a white flash every 10 seconds with a geographic range of 24.9 nautical miles. The tower is located on a ridge west of Topolobampo. The range was moved northwest about 2013. A paved area on the slope acts as a visual marker.

Why it matters: This range light marks the harbour entrance for Topolobampo, assisting vessels in staying within the defined channel.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
100m
Geographic Range
24.9NM

Construction & History

First Lit
2013

Significant events: Range shifted northwest around 2013

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Topolobampo(2.5 km)
Admiralty No.
G3518.21
NGA No.
14910
ARLHS No.
MEX-016

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
metal

Structure: square skeletal tower, painted white

Location

Country
🇲🇽Mexico
Region
Sinaloa
Sea Region
High ridge on the west side of Topolobampo, northeast of the front light.
Latitude
25.6139°
Longitude
-109.0733°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Las Animas Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Las Animas Range Rear 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.
Which ports and harbors does Las Animas Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Las Animas Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Topolobampo at 1.5 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include San Lorenzo (24.5 NM NNW), Guasave (33.9 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Las Animas Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Las Animas 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 Las Animas Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Las Animas 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.