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Badou West Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Red 4s🇹🇼Keelung, TWOperational

Location & Light Range

About Badou West Breakwater Lighthouse

Also known as: Pa-Tou

The Badou (Pa-Tou) West Breakwater Lighthouse is a red concrete tower situated on the western arm of the breakwater. It stands 12 meters above sea level and emits a red flash every 4 seconds. This lighthouse has a geographic range of 11 nautical miles. The site is open to visitors, but the tower itself is closed to the public. The lighthouse is located 2.2 kilometers from the nearest port.

Why it matters: This lighthouse helps define the channel for vessels entering and exiting the busy port of Keelung.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl R 4s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Location

City
Keelung
Country
🇹🇼Taiwan
Latitude
25.1483°
Longitude
121.7897°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Keelung (Chilung)(2.2 km)
Admiralty No.
P4684
NGA No.
13658

Tower & Structure

Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: A red tower with a focal plane of 12m.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Type
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Badou West Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Badou West Breakwater 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 West Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Badou West Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Keelung (Chilung) at 2 NM to the W. Other ports served include Wu-tu (7.7 NM WSW), Bali (21.2 NM W), Taipei (21.7 NM W), Sha-lun (32.7 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Badou West Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Badou West 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 Badou West Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Badou West 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.