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Kāishāndǎo Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇨🇳Guanyun County, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kāishāndǎo Lighthouse

Kāishāndǎo Lighthouse is a cylindrical concrete tower standing 12.5 meters tall, with its lantern positioned 47 meters above sea level. Painted white with red trim, the two-stage structure was first lit in 1995. It emits a white flash every 5 seconds and has a geographic range of 18.2 nautical miles. The lighthouse is situated on the highest point of a small island in the Yellow Sea, approximately 45 kilometers east of Liányúngǎng. The current structure replaced a 5-meter skeletal tower erected in 1993, which in turn succeeded a small post light removed in 1991. A restoration between 2022 and 2023 added a lantern to the tower.

Why it matters: This lighthouse provides navigational guidance in the Yellow Sea for vessels approaching Liányúngǎng and the Guànhé river, offering a more substantial aid than earlier temporary structures.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
47m
Light Range
18NM (33.3 km)
Geographic Range
18.2NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1995

Significant events: small post light removed 1991, skeletal tower replaced 1993, lantern added 2022-23 restoration

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Chenjiagang(4.7 km)
Admiralty No.
P3798
NGA No.
18779.32
Wikidata
Q115046407 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12.5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with red trim
Material
concrete

Structure: two-stage round cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and gallery

Location

City
Guanyun County
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Jiangsu
Sea Region
small island in the Yellow Sea, about 45 km east of Liányúngǎng and 20 km northeast of the mouth of the Guànhé river, located on the highest point of the island
Latitude
34.5300°
Longitude
119.8717°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Kāishāndǎo Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 47 meters and a nominal range of 18 nautical miles (approximately 33.3 km), Kāishāndǎo is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. Lights of this range are typically used as landfall lights by vessels approaching from the open sea.
How do mariners identify Kāishāndǎo Lighthouse at night?+
Kāishāndǎo displays the characteristic Fl White 5s. 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 Kāishāndǎo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kāishāndǎo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Chenjiagang at 8.2 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Lianyungang (21.7 NM NW), Binhai (24.9 NM SE), Lanshan Pt (41.5 NM NW), Sanya Pt (48.9 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kāishāndǎo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kāishāndǎo 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 Kāishāndǎo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kāishāndǎo 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.