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Dàgōngdǎo Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇨🇳Shinan District, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Dàgōngdǎo Lighthouse

Also known as: Dàgōngdǎo (Dagōng Dǎo, Takungtao, Grand Island)

The Dàgōngdǎo lighthouse, first lit in 1988, stands on a small island 18 kilometers southeast of Qingdao. The current cylindrical fiberglass tower, painted white, reaches a height of 10 meters with a focal height of 131 meters. It emits a white flash every 5 seconds, visible for nearly 28 nautical miles. The lighthouse is situated in the Shinan District of Shandong province, near the nearest port of Qingdao, located 8 kilometers away. This structure replaced an earlier light established in 1908.

Why it matters: This lighthouse guides maritime traffic approaching the major port city of Qingdao, ensuring safe passage in busy shipping lanes.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
131m
Light Range
15NM (27.8 km)
Geographic Range
27.9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1988

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Qingdao(8.0 km)
Admiralty No.
P3818
NGA No.
112-18672
ARLHS No.
PRC-018
Wikidata
Q28840000 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
fiberglass

Structure: round hourglass-shaped fiberglass tower, painted white

Location

City
Shinan District
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Shandong
Sea Region
small island about 18 km southeast of Qīngdǎo
Latitude
35.9610°
Longitude
120.4972°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Dàgōngdǎo Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 131 meters and a nominal range of 15 nautical miles (approximately 27.8 km), Dàgōngdǎo is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. Lights of this range are typically used as landfall lights by vessels approaching from the open sea.
How do mariners identify Dàgōngdǎo Lighthouse at night?+
Dàgōngdǎo displays the characteristic Fl White 5s. 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 Dàgōngdǎo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Dàgōngdǎo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Qingdao Pt at 10.3 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Qingdao (10.3 NM WNW), Xuejiadao (12 NM WNW), Tsingtao (13.4 NM NW), Qianwan (14.6 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Dàgōngdǎo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Dàgōngdǎo 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 Dàgōngdǎo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Dàgōngdǎo 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.