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Tanjung Batu Lighthouse

Fl Green 3s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tanjung Batu Lighthouse

Also known as: Tanjung Batu (Pemangkat)

This square skeletal tower, standing 15 meters tall, is mounted on a pile-supported platform. Its focal height reaches 11 meters, and it emits a green flash every three seconds. The tower displays black and white horizontal bands. The site is accessible to the public, although the tower itself is closed. Located near Pemangkat, it lies 4.2 kilometers from the nearest port.

Why it matters: The lighthouse guides vessels approaching the Sambas River entrance, warning them of a promontory hazard on the south side of the river mouth.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl G 3s
Focal Height
11m
Geographic Range
10.7NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
1.1808°
Longitude
108.9693°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Pemangkat(4.2 km)
Admiralty No.
F1890
NGA No.
25088

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
with black and white horizontal bands

Structure: square 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 Tanjung Batu Lighthouse at night?+
Tanjung Batu displays the characteristic Fl Green 3s. 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Tanjung Batu Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tanjung Batu Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Pemangkat at 4.2 NM to the SW. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tanjung Batu Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tanjung Batu 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 Tanjung Batu Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tanjung Batu 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.