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Sungai Asahan Range Front Lighthouse

Fl White 4s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Sungai Asahan Range Front Lighthouse

This square skeletal tower, standing 13 meters tall, is painted white. It is mounted on a platform supported by piles and is situated directly in the Asahan River. The structure emits a white light, flashing once every 4 seconds. Its geographic range extends to 11.3 nautical miles. The site is accessible to visitors arriving by boat, though the tower itself is closed to the public. It is located 32.1 kilometers from the nearest port, Kualatanjung.

Why it matters: This lighthouse aids vessels navigating the Asahan River towards the port of Perikanen.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl W 4s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
3.0216°
Longitude
99.8595°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Kualatanjung(32.1 km)
Admiralty No.
F1379.5
NGA No.
22481

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white

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 Sungai Asahan Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Sungai Asahan Range Front 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 Sungai Asahan Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sungai Asahan Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Kualatanjung at 32.3 NM to the NW. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sungai Asahan Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sungai Asahan Range Front 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.
What shipping routes pass near Sungai Asahan Range Front Lighthouse?+
Sungai Asahan Range Front Lighthouse is located within the Strait of Malacca — the primary shipping route between the Indian and Pacific Oceans, carrying over 25% of global traded goods. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Sungai Asahan Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sungai Asahan Range Front 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.