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Muara Karang Lighthouse

Fl White 3s🇮🇩North Jakarta, IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Muara Karang Lighthouse

This cylindrical concrete lighthouse stands 15 meters tall and emits a white flash every 3 seconds. Its focal height reaches 17 meters, providing a geographic range of 12.4 nautical miles. The tower is painted white and is situated on the east side of an industrial canal entrance, west of Jakarta's harbor. It is located in North Jakarta, Indonesia, near the port of Jakarta.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is essential for guiding vessels into and out of an industrial canal, contributing to the safe navigation of this busy commercial waterway.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl W 3s
Focal Height
17m
Geographic Range
12.4NM

Location

City
North Jakarta
Country
🇮🇩Indonesia
Sea Region
east side of the entrance to an industrial canal on the west side of Jakarta's harbor
Latitude
-6.1082°
Longitude
106.7861°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical white concrete tower

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Jakarta(4.4 km)
Admiralty No.
Q1070
NGA No.
23416.1
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Muara Karang Lighthouse at night?+
Muara Karang displays the characteristic Fl White 3s. 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 Muara Karang Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Muara Karang Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Jakarta, Java at 4 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Tanjung Priok (4.9 NM E), Jakarta Pusat (5.3 NM SSE), Olah Jasa Andal/Jakarta (5.8 NM E), Port Segoro Fajar Satryo/Jakarta (5.8 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Muara Karang Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Muara Karang 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 Muara Karang Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Muara Karang 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.