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Dōnggāozhài Lighthouse

Fl White 4s🇨🇳Fuzhou City, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Dōnggāozhài Lighthouse

This octagonal white concrete tower stands 12 meters tall on the west side of a narrow passage of the Mǐnjiāng River. Its light emits a white flash every 4 seconds, visible for 11 nautical miles. The lighthouse is located near Fuzhou City, with the nearest port just 3.3 kilometers away. Built from concrete, the structure reaches a focal height of 12 meters. It serves as an active navigational aid at the water's edge.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is essential for safe passage through a particularly narrow and challenging section of the Mǐnjiāng River, guiding vessels through the constricted waterway.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl W 4s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Location

City
Fuzhou City
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Fujian
Sea Region
Located at the water's edge on the west side of a narrow passage of the Mǐnjiāng.
Latitude
26.0574°
Longitude
119.5071°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: octagonal white concrete tower

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Fuzhou(3.3 km)
Admiralty No.
P3635.72.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Dōnggāozhài Lighthouse at night?+
Dōnggāozhài 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 Dōnggāozhài Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Dōnggāozhài Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Taijiang at 1.6 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include FUZHOU (5.2 NM SW), Mawei Pt (5.4 NM SW), Qianyu (8.6 NM N), Fuzhou Pt (11.3 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Dōnggāozhài Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Dōnggāozhài 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 Dōnggāozhài Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Dōnggāozhài 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.