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Tanjung Bakau A Lighthouse

Q white 4s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tanjung Bakau A Lighthouse

Also known as: Tanjung Bakau A (Common Front) (1 and 2)

This navigational aid consists of two square white skeletal towers, each 18 meters tall and mounted on pile-supported platforms. The lighthouse emits a quick-flashing white light from a focal height of 15 meters, visible for nearly 12 nautical miles. It is situated offshore, approximately 1 kilometer east of another light and 760 meters north of a third. The site is accessible by boat and open to visitors, though the tower itself is closed to the public. Its location is near Tenggayun Beach and Sungai Pakning.

Why it matters: The lighthouse aids vessels navigating local shipping lanes and the waters near Sungai Pakning, contributing to the safety of maritime traffic in this coastal area.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Q white 4s
Flash Type
Quick
Light Color
white
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Q.W. 49
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
11.9NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
1.5328°
Longitude
101.9170°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Sungai Pakning(18.6 km)
Admiralty No.
F1404
NGA No.
22528

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
18m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white

Structure: and 15 m (49 ft) square white skeletal towers mounted on platforms supported by piles

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tanjung Bakau A Lighthouse at night?+
Tanjung Bakau A displays the characteristic Q 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 Tanjung Bakau A Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tanjung Bakau A Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Sungai Pakning, Sumatra at 18.3 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Lalang Terminal, St (27.6 NM SE), Dumai, Sumatra (30 NM WNW), MELAKA (44.2 NM NNE), Sungai Udang (44.2 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tanjung Bakau A Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tanjung Bakau A 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 Tanjung Bakau A Lighthouse?+
Tanjung Bakau A 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 Tanjung Bakau A Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tanjung Bakau A 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.