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Chángxīngdǎo North Harbor West Breakwater Lighthouse

F Green🇨🇳Wafangdian City, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Chángxīngdǎo North Harbor West Breakwater Lighthouse

A cylindrical concrete tower, built in 2013, stands 15 meters tall and is painted with green and white horizontal bands. Its light is positioned 21 meters above sea level and emits a continuous green flash. The lighthouse is situated on the south breakwater of Wǎfángdiàn's new north harbor. It is located approximately 6 kilometers from Changxindao and has a geographic range of 13.4 nautical miles. This modern structure serves as a guide for vessels entering the harbor.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is important for ships navigating into Wǎfángdiàn's new north harbor, providing a constant green signal to prevent groundings and collisions.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F Green
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Green
Raw Code
F G
Focal Height
21m
Geographic Range
13.4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2013

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Changxindao(6.0 km)
Admiralty No.
P3982.7.
NGA No.
CN-1199.0023

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with green and white horizontal bands
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower painted with green and white horizontal bands

Location

City
Wafangdian City
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Liaoning
Sea Region
west (really south) breakwater of Wǎfángdiàn's new north harbor
Latitude
39.5804°
Longitude
121.2577°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Chángxīngdǎo North Harbor West Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Chángxīngdǎo North Harbor West Breakwater displays the characteristic F Green. 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 Chángxīngdǎo North Harbor West Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Chángxīngdǎo North Harbor West Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is CHANGXINDAO at 3.7 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include DALIAN (42.2 NM SE), Dalian (42.9 NM SSE), Dashihuagang (43.8 NM SSE), Dalian Pt (44.2 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Chángxīngdǎo North Harbor West Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Chángxīngdǎo North Harbor 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 Chángxīngdǎo North Harbor West Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Chángxīngdǎo North Harbor 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.