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Dézhōudǎo (Shàntóu Gǎng) Range No. 1 Front Lighthouse

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Location & Light Range

About Dézhōudǎo (Shàntóu Gǎng) Range No. 1 Front Lighthouse

Established in 2009, the Dézhōudǎo (Shàntóu Gǎng) Range No. 1 Front lighthouse is a 16-meter cylindrical concrete tower. It features a gallery and is painted white with a single red vertical stripe. With a focal height of 34 meters, it emits a continuous red light. This structure helps guide vessels approximately 3.9 kilometers from the port of Xidi. The lighthouse provides a geographic range of 16 nautical miles. It is located at the eastern point of Dézhōudǎo island.

Why it matters: This lighthouse aids navigation for vessels entering and departing the port of Shàntóu via the Shàntóu Jiāng estuary, specifically assisting alignment around Dézhōudǎo island.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F red
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
red
Raw Code
F.R. 112
Focal Height
34m
Geographic Range
16NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2009

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Xidi(3.9 km)
Admiralty No.
P3593
NGA No.
19224

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
16m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with gallery, colored white with a red vertical stripe

Location

Country
🇨🇳CN
Latitude
23.3371°
Longitude
116.7487°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Dézhōudǎo (Shàntóu Gǎng) Range No. 1 Front Lighthouse at night?+
Dézhōudǎo (Shàntóu Gǎng) Range No. 1 Front displays the characteristic F red. 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Dézhōudǎo (Shàntóu Gǎng) Range No. 1 Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Dézhōudǎo (Shàntóu Gǎng) Range No. 1 Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Shantou at 4 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Shantou (4.3 NM W), Guang'ao (7 NM SSE), Chaoyang Pt (9.2 NM WSW), Nanao Pt (15.1 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Dézhōudǎo (Shàntóu Gǎng) Range No. 1 Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Dézhōudǎo (Shàntóu Gǎng) Range No. 1 Front 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 Dézhōudǎo (Shàntóu Gǎng) Range No. 1 Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Dézhōudǎo (Shàntóu Gǎng) Range No. 1 Front 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.