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Punta Charagato Lighthouse

Fl W 12s🇻🇪Caribbean Islands, VEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Punta Charagato Lighthouse

This fiberglass lighthouse stands 10 meters tall and was built in 2023. Its round tower features horizontal bands of red and white. The light emits two red flashes every 10 seconds. The focal plane is situated 15 meters above sea level, providing a geographic range of 12 nautical miles. It is constructed of orange glass-reinforced plastic.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 12s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Fl.(2)R. period 10s
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
12NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2023

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
J6494
NGA No.
17172
ARLHS No.
VEN-035
Wikidata
Q57699851 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands
Material
fiberglass

Structure: Orange glass reinforced plastic(grp) fiberglass tower, white banded; 39

Location

City
Caribbean Islands
Country
🇻🇪VE
Latitude
10.8407°
Longitude
-64.1563°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Punta Charagato Lighthouse at night?+
Punta Charagato displays the characteristic Fl W 12s — 1 white flash every 12 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 Punta Charagato Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Punta Charagato Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Punta de Piedra at 4.9 NM to the NE. Other ports served include PUNTA DE PIEDRAS (4.9 NM NE), El Guamache (5.8 NM ENE), Araya (17.1 NM SSW), ISLA DE MARGARITA (19.2 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Punta Charagato Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Punta Charagato 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 Punta Charagato Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Punta Charagato 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.