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Pulau Manterawu Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Pulau Manterawu Lighthouse

This white, skeletal tower stands 40 meters tall and was built in 2006. It is situated on a platform supported by piles, with its light positioned at a focal height of 50 meters. The lighthouse emits a single white flash every 10 seconds and has a geographic range of 18.7 nautical miles. Access to this offshore location is exclusively by boat. The nearest port, Manado, is 17.3 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse assists vessels navigating routes connected to Manado, a significant port in North Sulawesi. Its light serves to mark the waters west of Tanjung Arus and north of Manado, contributing to safer maritime transit.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
50m
Geographic Range
18.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2006

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Manado(17.3 km)
Admiralty No.
F2070.5
NGA No.
25156.2

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
40m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
white

Structure: white tower, presumably skeletal and probably mounted on a platform supported by piles

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
1.7630°
Longitude
124.7283°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Pulau Manterawu Lighthouse at night?+
Pulau Manterawu 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 Pulau Manterawu Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Pulau Manterawu Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Manado at 17.4 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Bitung, Sulawesi (34 NM SE), Amurang (35.5 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Pulau Manterawu Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Pulau Manterawu 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 Pulau Manterawu Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Pulau Manterawu 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.