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Chuāndōngzhá Lighthouse

Fl White 4s🇨🇳Dafeng District, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Chuāndōngzhá Lighthouse

This concrete cylindrical tower stands 14.5 meters tall, with its light positioned 21 meters above sea level. It displays green and white horizontal bands and emits a white flash every four seconds. Located about 25 kilometers south of Dafeng harbor in China's Jiangsu province, the lighthouse is situated near Dafeng District. Its geographic range extends to 13.4 nautical miles.

Why it matters: The lighthouse's green and white bands provide a distinct visual marker along the coast near Dafeng harbor.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl W 4s
Focal Height
21m
Geographic Range
13.4NM

Location

City
Dafeng District
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Jiangsu
Sea Region
about 25 km south of Dafeng harbor
Latitude
33.0681°
Longitude
120.8613°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14.5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
green and white horizontal bands
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower colored with green and white horizontal bands

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Dafeng(11.9 km)
Admiralty No.
P3794.175
NGA No.
18779.65
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Chuāndōngzhá Lighthouse at night?+
Chuāndōngzhá 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 Chuāndōngzhá Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Chuāndōngzhá Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is DAFENG at 14.4 NM to the N. Other ports served include Dafeng (21 NM WNW), Dongtai (29.7 NM WSW), Shiyan (29.7 NM WSW), Yancheng (40.7 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Chuāndōngzhá Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Chuāndōngzhá 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 Chuāndōngzhá Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Chuāndōngzhá 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.