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Dàmǎjiāo Lighthouse

Fl Green 4s🇨🇳Fuzhou City, CNOperational

The Dàmǎjiāo lighthouse is a green concrete tower standing 6.5 meters tall, with its light also positioned at 6.5 meters above sea level. This active aid emits a single green flash every four seconds, visible for 9.1 nautical miles. It is located on a reef in the Mǐnjiāng river, approximately 1.2 kilometers northwest of the Xiǎomǎjiāo light. The site of the lighthouse is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed to visitors. The nearest port, Fuzhou, is 2.7 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse guides vessels through the Mǐnjiāng river, warning them of the reef it marks and assisting navigation northwest of the Xiǎomǎjiāo light.

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl G 4s
Focal Height
6.5m
Geographic Range
9.1NM
City
Fuzhou City
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Fujian
Sea Region
A reef in the Mǐnjiāng river, approximately 1.2 km northwest of the Xiǎomǎjiāo light.
Latitude
25.9807°
Longitude
119.4512°
Nearest Port
Fuzhou(2.7 km)
Admiralty No.
P3635.82.
Tower Height
6.5m
Tower Color
green
Material
concrete

Structure: green concrete tower

Open to public
Site open, tower closed
Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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How do mariners identify Dàmǎjiāo Lighthouse at night?+
Dàmǎjiāo displays the characteristic Fl Green 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Dàmǎjiāo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Dàmǎjiāo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Mawei Pt at 0.2 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include FUZHOU (1.5 NM NW), Taijiang (6.7 NM NNE), Fuzhou Pt (10.2 NM NW), Fuzhou (10.2 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Dàmǎjiāo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Dàmǎjiāo 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.
What shipping routes pass near Dàmǎjiāo Lighthouse?+
Dàmǎjiāo Lighthouse is located within the Taiwan Strait — a major shipping corridor in East Asia connecting the East and South China Seas. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Dàmǎjiāo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Dàmǎjiāo 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.