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Huángshíjiāo Lighthouse

Fl White 3s🇨🇳CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Huángshíjiāo Lighthouse

This lighthouse is a white, cylindrical concrete tower that stands 13 meters tall, with its light positioned 10 meters above sea level. It was built in 1985, though the navigation station itself was established in 1965. The tower features a lantern and gallery and emits a white flash every 3 seconds, visible for 10.4 nautical miles. The structure is situated on a shoal off the principal port of Dàchángshān Dǎo, approximately 43.5 kilometers from Dalian.

Why it matters: The lighthouse marks a hazardous shoal near Dàchángshān Dǎo's main port, guiding commercial and fishing vessels along this busy shipping lane.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl W 3s
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1985
First Lit
1965

Significant events: station established 1965

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Dalian(43.5 km)
Admiralty No.
P4066.43.
NGA No.
CN-1058

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and gallery, painted white

Location

Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Liaoning
Sea Region
shoal off the principal port of Dàchángshān Dǎo
Latitude
39.2598°
Longitude
122.5903°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Huángshíjiāo Lighthouse at night?+
Huángshíjiāo displays the characteristic Fl White 3s. 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 Huángshíjiāo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Huángshíjiāo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Sikuaishi at 1.8 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Zhuanghe Pt (30.8 NM NE), DALIAN (41.6 NM WSW), Dalian Pt (47.7 NM WSW), Dayaowan (47.7 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Huángshíjiāo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Huángshíjiāo 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 Huángshíjiāo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Huángshíjiāo 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.