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Dàwángjiādǎo Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇨🇳Zhuanghe City, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Dàwángjiādǎo Lighthouse

Also known as: Dàwángjiādǎo (Tawangchia Tao)

Established in 1939, this concrete lighthouse stands 10 meters tall on the southern side of Dàwángjiādǎo, an island situated about 25 kilometers southeast of Zhuānghé. The light emits a single white flash every 10 seconds from a focal height of 108 meters, with a geographic range of 25.7 nautical miles. The structure consists of a cylindrical concrete tower with a lantern and gallery, rising from a 1-story concrete keeper's house. Dàwángjiādǎo island is located within the Dàwángjiādǎo Scenic Area. While the lighthouse tower is closed to visitors, the surrounding site is accessible.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks Dàwángjiādǎo island, aiding safe navigation for vessels in the waters southeast of Zhuānghé.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
108m
Geographic Range
25.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1939

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower with lantern and gallery, rising from the front of a 1-story concrete keeper's house

Location

City
Zhuanghe City
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Liaoning
Sea Region
an island about 25 km southeast of Zhuānghé, located on the south side of the island within the Dàwángjiādǎo Scenic Area
Latitude
39.4309°
Longitude
123.0767°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Dandong(54.9 km)
Admiralty No.
P4075.
ARLHS No.
PRC-079
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Dàwángjiādǎo Lighthouse at night?+
Dàwángjiādǎo displays the characteristic Fl White 10s. 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 Dàwángjiādǎo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Dàwángjiādǎo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Zhuanghe Pt at 16 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Sikuaishi (25.3 NM WSW), Dalu Island (34.7 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Dàwángjiādǎo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Dàwángjiādǎo 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 Dàwángjiādǎo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Dàwángjiādǎo 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.