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Sông Đồng Đinh Lighthouse

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Location & Light Range

About Sông Đồng Đinh Lighthouse

Also known as: Sông Đồng Đinh (Song Nga) (?)

This square skeletal tower, standing 9 meters tall, displays horizontal green and white bands. It is mounted on a pile-supported platform at the western side of the Lòng Tau River entrance. The beacon emits two white flashes followed by a red or green flash, with a white framework beacon also active. This light provides guidance for vessels entering the Lòng Tau River. The site is accessible by boat, but the tower structure is closed to visitors.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the entrance to the Lòng Tau River, a significant waterway for maritime trade, and aids safe navigation for vessels approaching the port of Cai Mep.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl red
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
red
Raw Code
Fl.(2)W.R.G. White framework beacon

Location

Country
🇻🇳VN
Latitude
10.4537°
Longitude
106.9326°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Cai Mep(6.5 km)
Admiralty No.
F3083
NGA No.
20446

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
with green and white horizontal bands

Structure: square white skeletal tower mounted on a platform supported by piles

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sông Đồng Đinh Lighthouse at night?+
Sông Đồng Đinh displays the characteristic Fl red. 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.
Which ports and harbors does Sông Đồng Đinh Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sông Đồng Đinh Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Cai Mep International Terminal at 7.4 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Cai Mep (9.9 NM ESE), Saigon ITV/Phu My (10.1 NM NNE), Dong Xuyen Port (10.4 NM ESE), Vung Tau (10.4 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sông Đồng Đinh Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sông Đồng Đinh 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 Sông Đồng Đinh Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sông Đồng Đinh 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.