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Badou (Pa-Tou) Quay Lighthouse

Fl Red 4s🇹🇼Keelung, TWOperational

Location & Light Range

About Badou (Pa-Tou) Quay Lighthouse

Badou (Pa-Tou) Quay Lighthouse is a maritime navigation aid located in Keelung, TW. It is currently operational and active, providing guidance to vessels navigating the surrounding waters. The light sits at a focal height of 8 meters above mean sea level.

Light characteristic: The identifying signal of this lighthouse is Fl Red 4s. This characteristic is published in the relevant List of Lights and can be used by mariners to confirm their position relative to the coast. The light color is red, which may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.

Position: Badou (Pa-Tou) Quay Lighthouse is positioned at 25.1457°N, 121.7928°E, near Keelung in TW.

Geographic context: Badou (Pa-Tou) Quay Lighthouse is situated on the East China Sea. The location falls within the subtropical climate zone with mild winters and warm summers.

Nearby lighthouses in TW: Other lighthouses in the region include Annan District Lighthouses, Anping, Anping North Outer Breakwater, Anping South Outer Breakwater, Badou (Pa-Tou) East Breakwater. View all on the Lighthouses Directory.

Nearby Ports

Keelung (Chilung)

TWKEL

2.2 NMW

Wu-tu

TWWTU

7.8 NMWSW

Bali

TWBAL

21.3 NMW

Taipei

TWTPE

21.9 NMW

Sha-lun

TWSHL

32.8 NMW

Flash Characteristics

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
0 flashes
Interval
4s

Physical Specifications

Focal Height
8m
Light Range
Not available
Status
ACTIVE
City
Keelung
Country
🇹🇼TW
Latitude
25.1457°
Longitude
121.7928°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Badou (Pa-Tou) Quay Lighthouse at night?+
Badou (Pa-Tou) Quay 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 Badou (Pa-Tou) Quay Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Badou (Pa-Tou) Quay Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Keelung (Chilung) at 2.2 NM to the W. Other ports served include Wu-tu (7.8 NM WSW), Bali (21.3 NM W), Taipei (21.9 NM W), Sha-lun (32.8 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Badou (Pa-Tou) Quay Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Badou (Pa-Tou) Quay 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 Badou (Pa-Tou) Quay Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Badou (Pa-Tou) Quay 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.