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Southern Puerto Rico Lighthouses Lighthouse

Fl (2) W 30s🇵🇷Puerto Rico, PRInactive

Location & Light Range

About Southern Puerto Rico Lighthouses Lighthouse

Also known as: Punta Tuna Lighthouse

This lighthouse features a white, octagonal concrete tower standing 111 meters tall. It has a focal height of 34 meters, offering a geographic range of 11 nautical miles. The light emits two white flashes every 30 seconds. A square dwelling is also part of the structure. The lighthouse is currently not operational. It is designated with a heritage status of 2.

Why it matters: This historic lighthouse is situated at the southeasternmost point of Puerto Rico.

Background
Punta Tuna Light is a historic lighthouse located in the southeast of the town of Maunabo, Puerto Rico on a narrow promontory at the southeasternmost point of the island.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) W 30s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
30s
Raw Code
Fl.(2)W. period 30s
Focal Height
34m
Geographic Range
11NM

Construction & History

Heritage Status
2

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
J5545
NGA No.
14512
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Wikidata
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
111m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: White octagonal tower, square dwelling; 111

Location

City
Puerto Rico
Country
🇵🇷PR
Latitude
17.9883°
Longitude
-65.8853°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Southern Puerto Rico Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Southern Puerto Rico Lighthouses displays the characteristic Fl (2) W 30s — 2 white flashes every 30 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 Southern Puerto Rico Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Southern Puerto Rico Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Puerto Yabucoa at 4.8 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Yabucoa (4.9 NM NE), PALMAS DEL MAR (7.4 NM NE), Arroyo (10.5 NM W), NAGUABO (15.4 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Southern Puerto Rico Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Southern Puerto Rico Lighthouses Lighthouse is currently listed as inactive. It may have been decommissioned, replaced by a different navigation aid, or temporarily taken out of service. Mariners should check the latest Notices to Mariners for current status.
How can I track vessels near Southern Puerto Rico Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Southern Puerto Rico Lighthouses 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.