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Othón P. Blanco Municipality: Banco Chinchorro Lighthouses Lighthouse

Fl White 6s🇲🇽MXOperational

Location & Light Range

About Othón P. Blanco Municipality: Banco Chinchorro Lighthouses Lighthouse

A square white concrete tower stands 10 meters tall at the northernmost point of Banco Chinchorro, a reef system 25 kilometers off Mexico's southeast coast. First lit in 1909, it emits a white flash every six seconds from a focal height of 16 meters. This structure marks the extreme north end of the reef complex, which comprises numerous coral reefs and cays. Its geographic range extends to 12.2 nautical miles, aiding vessels navigating this area. The lighthouse is operational and situated in the Quintana Roo region.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for maritime traffic navigating the Banco Chinchorro reefs, an area known for shipwrecks. Its light helps prevent further incidents and ensures safer passage.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl W 6s
Focal Height
16m
Geographic Range
12.2NM

Construction & History

First Lit
1909

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Costa Maya(21.9 km)
Admiralty No.
J4456
NGA No.
15780

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: square white concrete tower

Location

Country
🇲🇽Mexico
Region
Quintana Roo
Sea Region
Banco Chinchorro, a complex of coral reefs and cays about 25 km off Mexico's extreme southeast coast, located at the extreme north end of the reef.
Latitude
18.7511°
Longitude
-87.3008°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Othón P. Blanco Municipality: Banco Chinchorro Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Othón P. Blanco Municipality: Banco Chinchorro Lighthouses displays the characteristic Fl White 6s. 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 Othón P. Blanco Municipality: Banco Chinchorro Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Othón P. Blanco Municipality: Banco Chinchorro Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Costa Maya at 21.9 NM to the W. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Othón P. Blanco Municipality: Banco Chinchorro Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Othón P. Blanco Municipality: Banco Chinchorro Lighthouses 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 Othón P. Blanco Municipality: Banco Chinchorro Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Othón P. Blanco Municipality: Banco Chinchorro Lighthouses 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.