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jiāo Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About jiāo Lighthouse

This concrete lighthouse stands 9 meters above sea level on a reef in the Mǐnjiāng river, near Fuzhou City. The 8.5-meter tower is painted black with a single red horizontal band. It emits a white flash every five seconds, visible for 10 nautical miles. The lighthouse was repainted in 2006, an event likely indicating a shift in the marked shipping channel. The site is accessible to the public, but the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: The jiāo lighthouse marks a submerged hazard within the Mǐnjiāng river, guiding vessels and warning them of the reef it occupies.

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
9m
Geographic Range
10NM

Construction & History

Significant events: tower repainted in 2006, suggesting channel switch

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8.5m
Tower Color
black with one red horizontal band
Material
concrete

Structure: concrete tower painted black with one red horizontal band

Location

City
Fuzhou City
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Fujian
Sea Region
a reef in the Mǐnjiāng just off the China Shipping Heritage Museum in the southern Mǎwěi district
Latitude
25.9834°
Longitude
119.4534°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Fuzhou(2.6 km)
Admiralty No.
P3635.8.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify jiāo Lighthouse at night?+
jiāo 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 jiāo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
jiāo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Mawei Pt at 0.2 NM to the W. Other ports served include FUZHOU (1.4 NM NW), Taijiang (6.5 NM NNE), Fuzhou Pt (10.2 NM NW), Fuzhou (10.2 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is jiāo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, jiāo 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 jiāo Lighthouse?+
jiāo 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 jiāo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near jiāo 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.