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Dagu Lighthouse

Fl W 10s🇨🇳Hebei and Tianjin, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Dagu Lighthouse

This white, round concrete tower stands 126 meters tall, featuring distinctive red and white checkered bands. Its light emits a single white flash every 10 seconds from a focal height of 36 meters. The structure is equipped with AIS, identified by MMSI number 004125096. It provides a geographic range of 17 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 10s
Focal Height
36m
Geographic Range
17NM

Location

City
Hebei and Tianjin
Country
🇨🇳CN
Latitude
38.9333°
Longitude
117.9830°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
126m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white and red
Material
concrete

Structure: White round concrete tower, red and white checkered bands; 126. AIS (MMSI No 004125096)

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
P3908
NGA No.
18500
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Dagu Lighthouse at night?+
Dagu displays the characteristic Fl W 10s — 1 white flash 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.
Which ports and harbors does Dagu Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Dagu Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Tianjin Pt at 11.3 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Tianjin (11.4 NM WNW), Tianjin Xingang Pt (11.7 NM W), Tianjinbaoshuiqu (14.9 NM W), Tanggu (15.3 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Dagu Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Dagu 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 Dagu Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Dagu 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.