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Salinas Lighthouse

Fl White 4s🇵🇪Huacho, PEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Salinas Lighthouse

Also known as: Salinas (Bahía Salinas)

Constructed and first illuminated in 1973, this lighthouse features a 16-meter concrete tower. Its light, situated at a focal height of 81 meters, provides a visible range of 22.8 nautical miles. The construction comprises a 1-story square concrete base topped with a round fiberglass post light, distinguished by horizontal red and white bands. The light signal is a white flash occurring every 4 seconds. Significant modifications were made to the structure in 2001. The lighthouse is positioned on a cape about 15 kilometers south of Huacho.

Why it matters: The light marks a cape south of Huacho, assisting vessels in navigating this section of the coast.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl W 4s
Focal Height
81m
Geographic Range
22.8NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1973

Significant events: substantially altered in 2001

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Huacho(6.1 km)
Admiralty No.
G2069
NGA No.
0736

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
16m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
concrete tower
Material
concrete, fiberglass

Structure: 2-stage tower: a round fiberglass post light, painted with red and white horizontal bands, mounted on a 1-story square unpainted concrete tower

Location

City
Huacho
Country
🇵🇪Peru
Region
Lima
Sea Region
on a prominent cape about 15 km south of Huacho
Latitude
-11.2183°
Longitude
-77.6367°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Salinas Lighthouse at night?+
Salinas displays the characteristic Fl White 4s. 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 Salinas Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Salinas Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is Huacho at 5.9 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Supe (26 NM NNW), Chancay (30.6 NM SE), Ancón (42.6 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Salinas Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Salinas 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 Salinas Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Salinas 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.