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Dàgǎng Běikǒudōng Lighthouse

F Red🇨🇳Dalian, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Dàgǎng Běikǒudōng Lighthouse

Also known as: Dàgǎng Běikǒudōng (North Entrance East Side)

This white tower, topped with a red lantern and gallery, stands 19 meters tall. Its focal plane is also 19 meters, and it emits a continuous red light. The lighthouse was originally established in 1915 and transformed in 1964. It is situated at the west end of the detached main breakwater for Dàlián's port. The structure was removed in 2020 due to breakwater modifications but appears to have been re-established. The geographic range of its light is 12.9 nautical miles.

Why it matters: The lighthouse marks the entrance to Dàlián harbor, a critical waterway for commercial and naval vessels, guiding ships safely into the port.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F Red
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Red
Raw Code
F R
Focal Height
19m
Geographic Range
12.9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2022
First Lit
1915

Significant events: transformed in 1964, removed in 2020

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Dagang(1.7 km)
Admiralty No.
P4026
NGA No.
18264

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
19m
Tower Color
white with red lantern

Structure: tile-covered tower with lantern and gallery

Location

City
Dalian
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Liaoning
Sea Region
west end of the detached main breakwater of Dàlián
Latitude
38.9389°
Longitude
121.6448°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Dàgǎng Běikǒudōng Lighthouse at night?+
Dàgǎng Běikǒudōng displays the characteristic F Red. 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Dàgǎng Běikǒudōng Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Dàgǎng Běikǒudōng Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Dalian Pt at 1.7 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Dayaowan (1.7 NM SE), Dagang (1.7 NM SE), Dalian (2.5 NM WSW), Dashihuagang (3.1 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Dàgǎng Běikǒudōng Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Dàgǎng Běikǒudōng 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 Dàgǎng Běikǒudōng Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Dàgǎng Běikǒudōng 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.