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Simboro Mamuju North Lighthouse

Fl Red 4s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Simboro Mamuju North Lighthouse

A red, square skeletal tower stands on a square platform supported by piles, reaching a height of 16 meters. This structure is situated approximately 1.3 kilometers from Mamuju, near the western edge of a reef. It emits a red flash every 4 seconds, with a focal height of 16 meters. The geographic range of its light is 12.2 nautical miles. The site is accessible by boat, but the tower itself is closed to the public.

Why it matters: This lighthouse warns vessels of a reef located about 500 meters northeast of Mamuju's eastern harbor, facilitating safe passage for ships approaching or leaving the port.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl R 4s
Focal Height
16m
Geographic Range
12.2NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
-2.6682°
Longitude
118.8938°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Mamuju(1.3 km)
Admiralty No.
Q1490.4.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
16m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
red and mounted on a square platform supported by piles

Structure: square skeletal tower painted red and mounted on a square platform supported by piles

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Simboro Mamuju North Lighthouse at night?+
Simboro Mamuju North displays the characteristic Fl Red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Is Simboro Mamuju North Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Simboro Mamuju North 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 Simboro Mamuju North Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Simboro Mamuju North 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.