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Pesisir Barat Regency (Indian Ocean) Lighthouses Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Pesisir Barat Regency (Indian Ocean) Lighthouses Lighthouse

This white, 16-sided cast iron tower stands 58 meters tall and has a focal height of 63 meters. Constructed in 1880, it was prefabricated in The Hague. The lighthouse emits a single white flash every 10 seconds, providing a geographic range of 20.5 nautical miles. The structure, located near Semangka Bay, is situated on the southern tip of Sumatra. It was damaged by tsunami waves from the 1883 Krakatoa eruption, which affected its first floor, but has since been repaired.

Why it matters: This lighthouse serves as a critical landfall light for vessels approaching the Sunda Strait from the east. Its unique prefabricated cast iron tower represents a notable engineering feat from the 19th century.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
63m
Geographic Range
20.5NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
-5.9262°
Longitude
104.5579°

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Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
58m
Tower Color
white
Material
cast iron

Structure: 16-sided cast iron tower with lantern and gallery, painted white

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Semangka Bay(22.4 km)
Admiralty No.
Q0914
NGA No.
23076
ARLHS No.
IDO-082
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Pesisir Barat Regency (Indian Ocean) Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Pesisir Barat Regency (Indian Ocean) Lighthouses displays the characteristic Fl White 10s. 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 Pesisir Barat Regency (Indian Ocean) Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Pesisir Barat Regency (Indian Ocean) Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Semangka Bay, St at 23 NM to the N. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Pesisir Barat Regency (Indian Ocean) Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Pesisir Barat Regency (Indian Ocean) 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 Pesisir Barat Regency (Indian Ocean) Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Pesisir Barat Regency (Indian Ocean) 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.