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Hǔyújiāo Lighthouse

Fl (4) White 10s🇨🇳Shengsi County, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Hǔyújiāo Lighthouse

Also known as: Hǔyújiāo (Hǔyú Jiāo, Tigerfish Reef)

This white cylindrical lighthouse stands 10 meters tall on a concrete pier. It is a hexagonal skeletal tower with a gallery, painted white. The structure is located on a reef about 800 meters west of the Lǐsìjiāo lighthouse. Its light emits four white flashes every 10 seconds. The focal height is also 10 meters, providing a geographic range of 10.4 nautical miles. The nearest port, Maji Shan, is 6.5 kilometers away. The lighthouse is operational and situated in Shengsi County, Zhejiang.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks a reef hazardous to navigation. Its distinctive four white flashes at 10-second intervals help differentiate it from other lights, aiding vessels in this potentially complex navigational zone.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (4) White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
4 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Location

City
Shengsi County
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Zhejiang
Sea Region
Located on a reef approximately 800 meters west of the Lǐsìjiāo lighthouse.
Latitude
30.7785°
Longitude
122.4487°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: hexagonal skeletal tower with gallery, painted white, mounted on a round concrete pier

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Maji Shan(6.5 km)
Admiralty No.
P3740.9
NGA No.
18877.3
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Hǔyújiāo Lighthouse at night?+
Hǔyújiāo displays the characteristic Fl (4) White 10s — 4 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 Hǔyújiāo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Hǔyújiāo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Maji Shan at 4.6 NM to the S. Other ports served include Lü-hua Shan (7.7 NM E), Yangshan (21.9 NM WSW), Yangshan (21.9 NM WSW), CJK (26.6 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Hǔyújiāo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Hǔyújiāo 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 Hǔyújiāo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Hǔyújiāo 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.