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Tanjung Priok East Mole Lighthouse

Fl Red 4s🇮🇩Special Capital Region of Jakarta, IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tanjung Priok East Mole Lighthouse

The Tanjung Priok East Mole lighthouse was built in 2015 and is located at the end of the east breakwater for Tanjung Priok harbor. This cylindrical tower, constructed from fiberglass, stands 20 meters tall and emits a red flash every 4 seconds. Its design features an octagonal base and a flared top, with an integrated sculpture of a human figure surrounding the structure. The focal height of the light is 22 meters, providing a geographic range of 13.6 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed for access. It is situated 1.5 kilometers from the nearest port.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for guiding vessels into Tanjung Priok harbor, Indonesia's busiest port, by clearly marking the east breakwater. Its unique sculptural element also serves as a distinctive landmark for mariners.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl R 4s
Focal Height
22m
Geographic Range
13.6NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2015

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
20m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
fiberglass

Structure: round fiberglass tower with an octagonal base and a flared top, surrounded by a sculpture of a human figure

Location

City
Special Capital Region of Jakarta
Country
🇮🇩Indonesia
Sea Region
east breakwater of Tanjung Priok harbor
Latitude
-6.0806°
Longitude
106.8835°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Tanjung Priok(1.5 km)
Admiralty No.
Q1076
NGA No.
23436
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tanjung Priok East Mole Lighthouse at night?+
Tanjung Priok East Mole displays the characteristic Fl Red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Tanjung Priok East Mole Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tanjung Priok East Mole Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Olah Jasa Andal/Jakarta at 1.2 NM to the S. Other ports served include Port Segoro Fajar Satryo/Jakarta (1.2 NM S), Jakarta UTC1 (1.2 NM S), Jakarta UTC3 (1.2 NM S), Tanjung Priok (1.5 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tanjung Priok East Mole Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tanjung Priok East Mole 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 Priok East Mole Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tanjung Priok East Mole 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.