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Dōngfúshān Xīběi Lighthouse

Fl White 4s🇨🇳Putuo District, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Dōngfúshān Xīběi Lighthouse

Also known as: Dōngfúshān Xīběi (Dōngfú Shān Northwest)

The Dōngfúshān Xīběi lighthouse is a cylindrical concrete tower standing 10 meters tall, painted with black and white horizontal bands. Its light is positioned 24 meters above sea level and emits a white flash every 4 seconds, visible for 14.1 nautical miles. This lighthouse guides vessels around the northwestern tip of Dōngfúshān, an islet off the main island. An earlier light on a skeletal tower previously marked this location. The site is open to visitors, though the tower itself is closed to the public.

Why it matters: This lighthouse warns vessels away from the northwestern tip of Dōngfúshān, ensuring safe passage for local shipping and fishing fleets.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl W 4s
Focal Height
24m
Geographic Range
14.1NM

Construction & History

Significant events: Earlier light on skeletal tower

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with black and white horizontal bands
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical white concrete tower with gallery

Location

City
Putuo District
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Zhejiang
Sea Region
An islet off the northwestern tip of Dōngfúshān
Latitude
30.1405°
Longitude
122.7578°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Zhoushan(34.3 km)
Admiralty No.
P3724
NGA No.
18903
USCG No.
CN-2377.7
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Dōngfúshān Xīběi Lighthouse at night?+
Dōngfúshān Xīběi displays the characteristic Fl White 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Dōngfúshān Xīběi Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Dōngfúshān Xīběi Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Zhoushan at 31.3 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Majistan/Zhoushan (35 NM WSW), Maji Shan (37.2 NM NNW), Lü-hua Shan (39.5 NM NNW), LIUHENG (40.4 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Dōngfúshān Xīběi Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Dōngfúshān Xīběi 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 Dōngfúshān Xīběi Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Dōngfúshān Xīběi 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.