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Chéngzhōudǎo Lighthouse

Fl White 4s🇨🇳CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Chéngzhōudǎo Lighthouse

Also known as: Chéngzhōudǎo (Chéngzhōu Dǎo, City Island)

This concrete lighthouse was built in 2006 on a promontory at the southern end of Chéngzhōudǎo, an island in the center of Zhào'ān Bay's entrance. The cylindrical tower stands 8 meters tall and is covered in tiles featuring black and white horizontal bands. Its light, with a focal height of 38 meters, emits a white flash every 4 seconds, visible for 16.7 nautical miles. The tower's construction material is concrete, and its nearest port is Chaozhou, located 9.5 kilometers away. The lighthouse is operational and serves the sea region of the Zhào'ān Bay entrance.

Why it matters: The light assists vessels entering and departing Zhào'ān Bay, helping to prevent groundings and ensure efficient navigation within this significant coastal waterway. Its distinct black and white bands provide a clear visual cue for approaching mariners.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl W 4s
Focal Height
38m
Geographic Range
16.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2006

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Chaozhou(9.5 km)
Admiralty No.
P3596.7.
NGA No.
CN-3247.4

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
black and white horizontal bands
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower covered with tiles colored with black and white horizontal bands

Location

Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Fujian
Sea Region
A promontory at the south end of Chéngzhōudǎo, an island in the center of the entrance to Zhào'ān Bay.
Latitude
23.5934°
Longitude
117.2841°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Chéngzhōudǎo Lighthouse at night?+
Chéngzhōudǎo displays the characteristic Fl White 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Chéngzhōudǎo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Chéngzhōudǎo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Gongkou at 3.7 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Chaozhou (10 NM W), Zhelin (10.1 NM W), Sanbaimen (11.1 NM W), Dongshan Pt (15.7 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Chéngzhōudǎo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Chéngzhōudǎo 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.
What shipping routes pass near Chéngzhōudǎo Lighthouse?+
Chéngzhōudǎo Lighthouse is located within the Taiwan Strait — a major shipping corridor in East Asia connecting the East and South China Seas. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Chéngzhōudǎo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Chéngzhōudǎo 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.