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Dàzhūzhōu Lighthouse

Fl (3) White 10s🇨🇳Maoming City, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Dàzhūzhōu Lighthouse

Dàzhūzhōu Lighthouse stands as a cylindrical concrete tower, painted red, with a height of 15 meters. Its light, positioned 101 meters above sea level, emits three white flashes every 10 seconds, visible for 25 nautical miles. The lighthouse is located on an island approximately 6 kilometers off the Diànshān peninsula, near Maoming City in China's Guangdong region. This structure serves as a navigational aid, situated about 16.4 kilometers from the nearest port of Shui Dong.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for guiding ships safely past the island it occupies and the nearby Diànshān peninsula, an area known for its navigational challenges.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
101m
Geographic Range
25NM

Location

City
Maoming City
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Guangdong
Sea Region
An island about 6 km off the Diànshān peninsula.
Latitude
21.4389°
Longitude
111.3725°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical red concrete tower

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Shui Dong(16.4 km)
Admiralty No.
P3404.4
NGA No.
19992.5
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Dàzhūzhōu Lighthouse at night?+
Dàzhūzhōu displays the characteristic Fl (3) White 10s — 3 white flashes every 10 seconds. 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 Dàzhūzhōu Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Dàzhūzhōu Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Shapa at 7.2 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Shuidong Pt (16.1 NM W), Maoming (16.7 NM W), Bohe (21.3 NM WNW), Xitou (26.2 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Dàzhūzhōu Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Dàzhūzhōu 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 Dàzhūzhōu Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Dàzhūzhōu 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.