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Gǎngxìngjiāo Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 5s🇨🇳Shishi City, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Gǎngxìngjiāo Lighthouse

Built in 2010, Gǎngxìngjiāo lighthouse is a cylindrical concrete tower standing 10 meters tall. Its exterior is painted black with a single red horizontal band. The lighthouse emits a white flash every five seconds from a focal height of 9.5 meters. Situated on a reef south of the Xiǎozhuìdǎo range lights, its geographic range is 10.2 nautical miles. While the site is accessible by boat, the tower itself is closed to the public. The nearest port, Quanzhou, is 7.1 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse warns vessels of a reef south of the Xiǎozhuìdǎo range lights, providing a clear navigational reference point.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
9.5m
Geographic Range
10.2NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2010

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
black with a red horizontal band
Material
concrete

Structure: hexagonal cylindrical concrete tower, painted black with a red horizontal band

Location

City
Shishi City
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Fujian
Sea Region
a reef a short distance south of the Xiǎozhuìdǎo range lights
Latitude
24.7682°
Longitude
118.7761°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Quanzhou(7.1 km)
Admiralty No.
P3621.22.
NGA No.
19150
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Gǎngxìngjiāo Lighthouse at night?+
Gǎngxìngjiāo displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 5s — 2 white flashes every 5 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 Gǎngxìngjiāo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Gǎngxìngjiāo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Xiangzhi at 0.5 NM to the W. Other ports served include QUANZHOU (4.3 NM NNW), Shishi (8.1 NM WSW), Houzhu (9.1 NM NW), Shenhu (10.9 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Gǎngxìngjiāo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Gǎngxìngjiāo 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.
What shipping routes pass near Gǎngxìngjiāo Lighthouse?+
Gǎngxìngjiāo Lighthouse is located within the Taiwan Strait — a major shipping corridor in East Asia connecting the East and South China Seas. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Gǎngxìngjiāo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Gǎngxìngjiāo 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.