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Veracruz Southeast Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl G 5s🇲🇽Gulf Coast, MXOperational

Location & Light Range

About Veracruz Southeast Breakwater Lighthouse

The Veracruz Southeast Breakwater light is a green, truncated pyramidal concrete tower standing 10 meters tall. Constructed from concrete, this structure has a focal height of 10 meters above sea level. Its operational light emits a green flash and provides a geographic range of 8 nautical miles. The tower's shape is pyramidal.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl G 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
8NM

Location

City
Gulf Coast
Country
🇲🇽MX
Latitude
19.2006°
Longitude
-96.1216°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
pyramidal
Tower Color
green
Material
concrete

Structure: Green truncated pyramidal concrete tower; 23

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
J4282
NGA No.
15388
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Veracruz Southeast Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Veracruz Southeast Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl G 5s — 1 green flash every 5 seconds. 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 Veracruz Southeast Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Veracruz Southeast Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Veracruz at 2.2 NM to the E. Other ports served include Boca del Río (5 NM S), Cotaxtla (26.6 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Veracruz Southeast Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Veracruz Southeast Breakwater 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 Veracruz Southeast Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Veracruz Southeast Breakwater 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.