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Gōngshān Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇨🇳Shengsi County, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Gōngshān Lighthouse

Also known as: Gōngshān (Qíqū Liedǎo, Gōng Shān)

The Gōngshān Lighthouse, built and first lit in 2005, is a 23-meter cylindrical concrete tower. Its light source is at 100 meters elevation. The structure includes a lantern and gallery, with a 1-story concrete keeper's cottage at its base. The tower's exterior is silvery metallic. Located south of Yángshān, 2.7 km from the port, it emits a white flash every 10 seconds with a geographic range of 24.9 nautical miles.

Why it matters: This lighthouse serves as a marker for craft entering the shipping lanes near Yángshān, assisting navigation along the exposed coastline.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
100m
Light Range
18NM (33.3 km)
Geographic Range
24.9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2005

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Yangshan(2.7 km)
Admiralty No.
P3717.754
NGA No.
18892.3
Wikidata
Q115046375 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
23m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
silvery metallic
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and gallery, centered on a 1-story concrete keeper's cottage

Location

City
Shengsi County
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Zhejiang
Sea Region
atop a steep rocky island on the south side of Yángshān
Latitude
30.5936°
Longitude
122.0848°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Gōngshān Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 100 meters and a nominal range of 18 nautical miles (approximately 33.3 km), Gōngshān is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. Lights of this range are typically used as landfall lights by vessels approaching from the open sea.
How do mariners identify Gōngshān Lighthouse at night?+
Gōngshān 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 Gōngshān Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Gōngshān Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Yangshan at 2.3 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Yangshan (2.3 NM NNW), Maji Shan (20.2 NM ENE), Lü-hua Shan (28.9 NM ENE), Nanhui (33.7 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Gōngshān Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Gōngshān 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 Gōngshān Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Gōngshān 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.