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Kǒu South Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl (3) White 10s🇨🇳Binhai County, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kǒu South Breakwater Lighthouse

This cylindrical concrete tower stands 13 meters tall and is painted with red and white horizontal bands. It has a focal height of 17 meters and emits a white light with a characteristic of one white flash every 10 seconds. The lighthouse has a geographic range of 12.4 nautical miles. It is situated at the south side of an inlet at Biǎndān, within Binhai County, Jiangsu. The nearest port is Binhai, located 13.1 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse assists mariners in safely navigating the inlet at Biǎndān, facilitating vessel movement in and out of the port.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
17m
Geographic Range
12.4NM

Location

City
Binhai County
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Jiangsu
Sea Region
inlet at Biǎndān, China
Latitude
34.2059°
Longitude
120.2969°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red and white horizontal bands
Material
concrete

Structure: round barbell-shaped tower colored with red and white horizontal bands

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Binhai(13.1 km)
Admiralty No.
P3796.1.
NGA No.
CN-2060.5
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kǒu South Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Kǒu South Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl (3) White 10s — 3 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 Kǒu South Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kǒu South Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is Binhai at 5.1 NM to the N. Other ports served include Sanya Pt (25.1 NM S), Sheyang (26.5 NM S), Chenjiagang (28.7 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kǒu South Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kǒu South Breakwater 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 Kǒu South Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kǒu South Breakwater 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.