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Jīnguāngjiāo Lighthouse

Fl White 6s🇨🇳Dinghai District, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Jīnguāngjiāo Lighthouse

Also known as: #Jīnguāngjiāo (Gold Reef)

This lighthouse consisted of a round, cylindrical concrete tower, 9 meters tall, painted red and mounted on a concrete pier. It stood on a reef north of Zhōushān Island, opposite Shàngyuánshān, near commercial and naval piers. Its light produced a single white flash every 6 seconds, visible for 14.5 nautical miles. The focal height of the light was 26 meters. The lighthouse was operational but has since been removed.

Why it matters: The lighthouse was important for vessels navigating the busy approaches to the piers on Zhōushān Island, warning them of submerged hazards in a highly trafficked maritime zone.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl W 6s
Focal Height
26m
Geographic Range
14.5NM

Construction & History

Significant events: Removed

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Zhoushan(2.1 km)
Admiralty No.
P3716.7185.
NGA No.
18909.5

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red and mounted on a round concrete pier
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical white concrete tower

Location

City
Dinghai District
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Zhejiang
Sea Region
Reef off the commercial and naval piers on the north side of Zhōushān Island opposite Shàngyuánshān.
Latitude
29.9915°
Longitude
122.1621°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Jīnguāngjiāo Lighthouse at night?+
Jīnguāngjiāo displays the characteristic Fl White 6s. 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 Jīnguāngjiāo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Jīnguāngjiāo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Majistan/Zhoushan at 3.6 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Zhoushan (4.9 NM SSE), Daxie Pt (12.8 NM WSW), Beilun (14.9 NM WSW), LIUHENG (15.4 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Jīnguāngjiāo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Jīnguāngjiāo 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 Jīnguāngjiāo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Jīnguāngjiāo 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.