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Pankalan Dodek Entrance Lighthouse

Fl Red 3s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Pankalan Dodek Entrance Lighthouse

The Pankalan Dodek Entrance Light is a square, skeletal red tower standing 21 meters tall on a pile-supported platform. It displays a red light with a single flash every three seconds. This structure is situated on the eastern side of the channel that leads into the Pangkalan River, near Pangkalen Dodek. The geographic range of the light is 13.4 nautical miles. The site is open to visitors who arrive by boat, but the tower is closed to the public. Its nearest port is Kualatanjung, 8.7 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This light marks the eastern boundary of the narrow channel entrance to the Pangkalan River, a significant waterway for local traffic.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl R 3s
Focal Height
21m
Geographic Range
13.4NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
3.4134°
Longitude
99.3219°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Kualatanjung(8.7 km)
Admiralty No.
F1376.2.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
21m
Tower Shape
square

Structure: square red skeletal tower mounted on a platform supported by piles

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Pankalan Dodek Entrance Lighthouse at night?+
Pankalan Dodek Entrance displays the characteristic Fl Red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Pankalan Dodek Entrance Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Pankalan Dodek Entrance Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Kualatanjung at 8.6 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Belawan, Sumatra (44 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Pankalan Dodek Entrance Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Pankalan Dodek Entrance 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.
What shipping routes pass near Pankalan Dodek Entrance Lighthouse?+
Pankalan Dodek Entrance Lighthouse is located within the Strait of Malacca — the primary shipping route between the Indian and Pacific Oceans, carrying over 25% of global traded goods. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Pankalan Dodek Entrance Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Pankalan Dodek Entrance 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.