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Marina de Caraballeda Inner Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Red 8s🇻🇪Caraballeda, VEOperational

This cylindrical lighthouse stands 6 meters tall on the inner breakwater of the Marina de Caraballeda, located east of La Guaira, Venezuela. Its fiberglass structure is painted with red and white horizontal bands, and the light emanates from a focal height of 7 meters. The light displays a single red flash every 8 seconds, visible for 9.3 nautical miles. It guides vessels within the marina confines.

Why it matters: This light is essential for the safe navigation of vessels entering and exiting the Marina de Caraballeda, specifically delineating the inner breakwater to prevent collisions.

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 8s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Fl R 8s
Focal Height
7m
Geographic Range
9.3NM
City
Caraballeda
Country
🇻🇪Venezuela
Region
Vargas State
Sea Region
on the inner breakwater of the marina at Caraballeda on the east side of La Guaira, Venezuela.
Latitude
10.6225°
Longitude
-66.8443°
Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red and white horizontal bands
Material
fiberglass

Structure: round hexagonal fiberglass tower colored with red and white horizontal bands

Nearest Port
La Guaira(6.5 km)
Admiralty No.
J6461.52
NGA No.
17074
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How do mariners identify Marina de Caraballeda Inner Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Marina de Caraballeda Inner Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl Red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Marina de Caraballeda Inner Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Marina de Caraballeda Inner Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is La Guaira at 6.1 NM to the W. Other ports served include CATIA LA MAR (10.8 NM W), Paracotos (22.3 NM SSW), Puerto Carenero (43.8 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Marina de Caraballeda Inner Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Marina de Caraballeda Inner Breakwater 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 Marina de Caraballeda Inner Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Marina de Caraballeda Inner Breakwater 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.