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Morro Nuevo Lighthouse

Fl W 5s🇦🇷Region Patagonia/ Provincia Chubut/ Dept Biedma/ Peninsula Valdes, ARInactive

Location & Light Range

About Morro Nuevo Lighthouse

Morro Nuevo lighthouse is a 12-meter tall steel skeletal tower built in 1918. The pyramidal structure is painted with distinctive red and white horizontal bands. Its focal plane reaches 118 meters above sea level, and it formerly emitted a white flash every 10 seconds. The original lantern has since been removed, and the lighthouse is no longer operational. An older photograph shows the tower with brown paint, indicating a repaint over its operational history.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 10s
Focal Height
118m
Geographic Range
14NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1918

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
G1058
NGA No.
19664
ARLHS No.
ARG-049
Wikidata
Q5856228 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
pyramidal
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands
Material
steel

Structure: Red tower, white banded; 39

Location

City
Region Patagonia/ Provincia Chubut/ Dept Biedma/ Peninsula Valdes
Country
🇦🇷AR
Latitude
-42.8730°
Longitude
-64.1445°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Morro Nuevo Lighthouse at night?+
Morro Nuevo displays the characteristic Fl W 5s — 1 white flash every 5 seconds. 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.
Which ports and harbors does Morro Nuevo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Morro Nuevo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Puerto Madryn at 39.5 NM to the W. Other ports served include Rawson (49.1 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Morro Nuevo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Morro Nuevo Lighthouse is currently listed as inactive. It may have been decommissioned, replaced by a different navigation aid, or temporarily taken out of service. Mariners should check the latest Notices to Mariners for current status.
How can I track vessels near Morro Nuevo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Morro Nuevo 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.