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Simboro Mamuju West Lighthouse

Fl Green 5s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Simboro Mamuju West Lighthouse

This green skeletal tower stands 13 meters tall on a square platform supported by piles. It is located just offshore, north of the Mamuju ferry harbor, and is painted green. Its focal plane is also at 13 meters, and it emits a green flash every five seconds. The lighthouse offers a geographic range of 11.3 nautical miles. Access to the site is by boat, and while the grounds are open, the tower itself is closed to the public.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is important for ships using the Mamuju ferry harbor, guiding vessels safely into and out of the port.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl G 5s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
-2.6747°
Longitude
118.8669°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Mamuju(0.3 km)
Admiralty No.
Q1490.15
NGA No.
25503

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
green and mounted on a square platform supported by piles

Structure: square skeletal tower painted green 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 Simboro Mamuju West Lighthouse at night?+
Simboro Mamuju West displays the characteristic Fl Green 5s. 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Is Simboro Mamuju West Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Simboro Mamuju West 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 West Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Simboro Mamuju West 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.