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Dàjiāo Lighthouse

Fl (6) White 10s🇨🇳CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Dàjiāo Lighthouse

The Dàjiāo lighthouse is a 6-meter tall cylindrical concrete tower with its upper half painted yellow and the lower half black. It stands 4.5 meters above sea level and emits a white light with a single flash every 10 seconds. This aid to navigation is located on a shoal off the southeast coast of Dàchángshān Dǎo, approximately 45 kilometers from the nearest port of Dalian. Its geographic range extends to 8.2 nautical miles, providing visibility to approaching vessels.

Why it matters: This lighthouse warns mariners of a shoal extending from the southeast coast of Dàchángshān Dǎo, delineating a specific navigational hazard.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (6) White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
6 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
4.5m
Geographic Range
8.2NM

Location

Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Liaoning
Sea Region
a shoal off the southeast coast of Dàchángshān Dǎo
Latitude
39.2552°
Longitude
122.6313°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
yellow and lower half black
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower, upper half painted yellow and lower half black

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Dalian(45.0 km)
Admiralty No.
P4068.085.
NGA No.
P4068.085
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Dàjiāo Lighthouse at night?+
Dàjiāo displays the characteristic Fl (6) White 10s — 6 white flashes 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. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Dàjiāo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Dàjiāo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Sikuaishi at 3.4 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Zhuanghe Pt (30 NM NNE), DALIAN (43.2 NM WSW), Dalian Pt (49.3 NM WSW), Dayaowan (49.3 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Dàjiāo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Dàjiāo 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 Dàjiāo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Dàjiāo 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.