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Port Dickson District Lighthouses Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇲🇾MYOperational

Location & Light Range

About Port Dickson District Lighthouses Lighthouse

This lighthouse is described as a white cylindrical tower constructed of concrete, standing 18 meters tall. It features a focal height of 27 meters and emits a white light with one flash every 10 seconds, offering a geographic range of 14.7 nautical miles. The structure is noted to be round and barbell-shaped, painted black with a red horizontal band, and is mounted on a square concrete platform supported by concrete piles. Located near Port Dickson, the site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed. Its existence and specific location have been subjects of some debate, with conflicting information regarding its placement relative to Pulau Arang.

Why it matters: If operational, this light would serve to mark the waters around Pulau Arang, aiding vessels navigating near the Port Dickson waterfront.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
27m
Geographic Range
14.7NM

Location

Country
🇲🇾MY
Latitude
2.5150°
Longitude
101.7944°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Port Dickson(1.1 km)
Admiralty No.
F1622
NGA No.
21764

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
18m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round barbell-shaped tower, painted black with a red horizontal band, mounted on a square concrete platform supported by concrete piles

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Port Dickson District Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Port Dickson District 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 Port Dickson District Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Port Dickson District Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Port Dickson at 0.9 NM to the N. Other ports served include Sepang, Selangor (11.4 NM NNW), Nilai (18.1 NM N), Sungai Udang (23.5 NM SE), Sungai Udang Port (25.7 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Port Dickson District Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Port Dickson District 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.
What shipping routes pass near Port Dickson District Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
Port Dickson District Lighthouses 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 Port Dickson District Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Port Dickson District 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.