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Pulau Pocan Kecil Lighthouse

Fl White 12s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Pulau Pocan Kecil Lighthouse

Also known as: Pulau Pocan Kecil (Pocan Ketak)

This square pyramidal skeletal tower stands 12 meters tall and is mounted on a square platform supported by piles. The structure is painted black with a single yellow horizontal band. It emits a white flash every 12 seconds, visible for a geographic range of 11 nautical miles. The lighthouse is located on a small island on the eastern side of Sibolga Bay. The site is accessible to visitors, though the tower itself remains closed to the public. The nearest port is Sibolga, Sumatra, approximately 2 kilometers away.

Why it matters: The lighthouse serves as a critical navigational aid for vessels entering and transiting Sibolga Bay, a significant route for the port of Sibolga.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 12s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Fl W 12s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
1.7304°
Longitude
98.7526°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Sibolga, Sumatra(2.0 km)
Admiralty No.
F1263.2
NGA No.
23285

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
black with one yellow horizontal band and mounted on a square platform supported by piles

Structure: square pyramidal skeletal tower, painted black with one yellow horizontal band and mounted on a square platform supported by piles

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Pulau Pocan Kecil Lighthouse at night?+
Pulau Pocan Kecil displays the characteristic Fl White 12s. 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 Pocan Kecil Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Pulau Pocan Kecil Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Sibolga, Sumatra at 1.9 NM to the E. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Pulau Pocan Kecil Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Pulau Pocan Kecil 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 Pulau Pocan Kecil Lighthouse?+
Pulau Pocan Kecil 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 Pulau Pocan Kecil Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Pulau Pocan Kecil 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.