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Pulau Serutu Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Pulau Serutu Lighthouse

This octagonal cast iron skeletal tower stands 25 meters tall, painted white and topped with a lantern and gallery. Completed in 1902, it stands on Pulau Serutu at an elevation of 175 meters. The lighthouse emits a white flash every 10 seconds, visible for nearly 32 nautical miles. It is located 79.1 kilometers from Telok Ayer, the nearest port. The structure serves as a key navigational aid.

Why it matters: The lighthouse marks the southwest end of the Karimata Archipelago, a complex area for navigation. Efforts are underway to designate the light station as a heritage area.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
175m
Geographic Range
31.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1902

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Telok Ayer(79.1 km)
Admiralty No.
Q1406
NGA No.
25060
ARLHS No.
IDO-181

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
25m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
white
Material
cast iron

Structure: octagonal cast iron skeletal tower with lantern and gallery, painted white

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
-1.7190°
Longitude
108.6931°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Pulau Serutu Lighthouse at night?+
Pulau Serutu 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.
Is Pulau Serutu Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Pulau Serutu 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 Serutu Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Pulau Serutu 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.