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Tanjung Pedata Tua Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tanjung Pedata Tua Lighthouse

The Tanjung Pedata Tua lighthouse stands as a 40-meter square white skeletal tower topped with a lantern and gallery. Its focal height reaches 42 meters above sea level. From this elevation, it emits a white light, producing one flash every five seconds. This structure is located approximately 2.5 kilometers from Banjarmasin, near the mouth of the Barito River. The lighthouse provides a geographic range of 17.4 nautical miles.

Why it matters: This aid guides vessels entering and exiting the Barito River, a significant commercial waterway.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
42m
Geographic Range
17.4NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
-3.4997°
Longitude
114.4663°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
40m
Tower Shape
square

Structure: square white skeletal tower with lantern and gallery

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Banjarmasin(2.5 km)
Admiralty No.
Q1413.4.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tanjung Pedata Tua Lighthouse at night?+
Tanjung Pedata Tua displays the characteristic Fl White 5s. 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 Pedata Tua Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tanjung Pedata Tua Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is Banjarmasin at 11.3 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Taboneo (12 NM S), Marabahan (35.4 NM NNE), Pulangpisau (47.4 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tanjung Pedata Tua Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tanjung Pedata Tua 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 Pedata Tua Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tanjung Pedata Tua 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.