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Báitǎ Lighthouse

Fl (3) White 10s🇨🇳Lianjiang County, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Báitǎ Lighthouse

Also known as: Báitǎ (Hújiāng Dǎo)

Built in 1953, this brick lighthouse is a 7-meter tall cylindrical tower. It displays red and white horizontal bands and has a focal height of 26 meters. The light is white, flashing once every 10 seconds (Fl W 10s), with a geographic range of 14.5 nautical miles. The round, cylindrical brick tower is finished with white tiles and is situated on the northeast corner of an island. It indicates the southern boundary of the Mǐnjiāng estuary's entry point.

Why it matters: This navigation aid marks the south side of the Mǐnjiāng estuary entrance, providing necessary direction for ships approaching the Fuzhou area.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
26m
Geographic Range
14.5NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1953

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Fuzhou(11.6 km)
Admiralty No.
P3635.2
NGA No.
19104

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands
Material
brick

Structure: round cylindrical brick tower covered with white tiles

Location

City
Lianjiang County
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Fujian
Sea Region
northeast corner of an island marking the south side of the entrance to the Mǐnjiāng estuary
Latitude
26.1213°
Longitude
119.6427°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Báitǎ Lighthouse at night?+
Báitǎ displays the characteristic Fl (3) White 10s — 3 white flashes every 10 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Báitǎ Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Báitǎ Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Dongdaiwan at 6.9 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Taijiang (8 NM WSW), Qianyu (8.3 NM NW), FUZHOU (13.3 NM WSW), Mawei Pt (13.3 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Báitǎ Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Báitǎ 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 Báitǎ Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Báitǎ 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.