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Pozos Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇦🇷AROperational

Location & Light Range

About Pozos Lighthouse

Also known as: Pozos (Puerto Gallegos First Range Rear)

The Pozos lighthouse is a skeletal concrete tower painted with black and white horizontal bands, standing 15 meters tall. It carries a large daymark also featuring red and white horizontal bands. The light emits a single white flash every 5 seconds. Situated about 1.5 kilometers southwest of a front light, this navigational aid has a focal height of 23.5 meters and a geographic range of 13.9 nautical miles. Its nearest port is Punta Loyola, located 50.2 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse serves as a visual reference for vessels navigating the coast of Argentina, contributing to maritime safety in its operational area.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
23.5m
Geographic Range
13.9NM

Location

Country
🇦🇷Argentina
Region
Santa Cruz
Sea Region
Coast of Argentina, located about 1.5 km southwest of the front light.
Latitude
-52.3333°
Longitude
-68.3564°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
with black and white horizontal bands
Material
concrete

Structure: skeletal tower carrying a large daymark colored with red and white horizontal bands

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Punta Loyola(50.2 km)
Admiralty No.
G1230.1.
NGA No.
20152
ARLHS No.
ARG-032
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Pozos Lighthouse at night?+
Pozos displays the characteristic Fl White 5s. 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 Pozos Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Pozos Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Rio Cullen at 31.3 NM to the S. Other ports served include Punta Loyola (49.9 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Pozos Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Pozos 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 Pozos Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Pozos 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.