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Sungai Barito Outer Lighthouse

Fl red🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Sungai Barito Outer Lighthouse

This navigational aid features a square skeletal tower standing 20 meters tall, mounted on a pile-supported pier. Adjacent to the tower is a building, likely a pilot station, serving vessels near the mouth of the Barito River. The original lightship station was established in 1901. Although operational records indicate it was deactivated in 2013, the site remains open to visitors by boat. The tower itself, however, is closed to the public.

Why it matters: The lighthouse marked a key navigational point for vessels entering and exiting the Barito River, assisting traffic bound for Banjarmasin.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl red
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
red
Raw Code
Fl.R. Storm Signal

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
-3.6286°
Longitude
114.4363°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Banjarmasin(9.3 km)
Admiralty No.
K1413.1
NGA No.
24992

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
20m
Tower Shape
square

Structure: square skeletal tower adjacent to a building (possibly a pilot station) mounted on a pier 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 Sungai Barito Outer Lighthouse at night?+
Sungai Barito Outer 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 Sungai Barito Outer Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sungai Barito Outer Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Taboneo at 4.5 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Banjarmasin (19.1 NM NNE), Marabahan (43 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sungai Barito Outer Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sungai Barito Outer 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 Sungai Barito Outer Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sungai Barito Outer 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.