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Badou West Inner Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Red 4s🇹🇼Keelung, TWOperational

Location & Light Range

About Badou West Inner Breakwater Lighthouse

Also known as: Pa-Tou

This red concrete tower stands 9 meters tall and exhibits a red flash every 4 seconds. Its focal height reaches 9 meters above sea level, providing a geographic range of 10 nautical miles. The lighthouse is an active aid to navigation located at the inner breakwater of Keelung port. The site is accessible to the public, though the tower itself is closed. It is positioned approximately 2.2 kilometers from the nearest port facilities.

Why it matters: This lighthouse guides vessels around the inner breakwater at Badou, preventing groundings and collisions within Keelung's busy harbor. Its distinctive red flash serves as an essential navigational marker for local fishing boats and commercial vessels.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl R 4s
Focal Height
9m
Geographic Range
10NM

Location

City
Keelung
Country
🇹🇼Taiwan
Latitude
25.1457°
Longitude
121.7904°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Keelung (Chilung)(2.2 km)
Admiralty No.
P4687
NGA No.
13661

Tower & Structure

Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: A red tower with a focal plane of 9m.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Badou West Inner Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Badou West Inner 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 Inner Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Badou West Inner 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 Inner Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Badou West Inner 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 Inner Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Badou West Inner 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.