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Puerto Chiapas Lighthouse

Fl W 5s🇲🇽South Coast, MXOperational

Location & Light Range

About Puerto Chiapas Lighthouse

This lighthouse features a round concrete tower measuring 72 meters in height, painted white with red bands. Its light is visible for 15 nautical miles. The characteristic of the light is a single white flash that repeats every 5 seconds. The focal height of the light is 24 meters above sea level.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 5s
Focal Height
24m
Geographic Range
15NM

Location

City
South Coast
Country
🇲🇽MX
Latitude
14.7054°
Longitude
-92.4100°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
72m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white and red
Material
concrete

Structure: White round concrete tower, red banded; 72. PUERTO MADERO:

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
G3424
NGA No.
15324
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Puerto Chiapas Lighthouse at night?+
Puerto Chiapas displays the characteristic Fl W 5s — 1 white flash every 5 seconds. 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.
Which ports and harbors does Puerto Chiapas Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Puerto Chiapas Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Puerto Madero at 0.8 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Champerico (37.8 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Puerto Chiapas Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Puerto Chiapas 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 Puerto Chiapas Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Puerto Chiapas 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.