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Lúcíjiāo Lighthouse

Fl White 2s🇨🇳Dongshan County, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Lúcíjiāo Lighthouse

Also known as: Lúcíjiāo (Lúcí Jiāo, Cormorant Reef)

This concrete lighthouse stands 5 meters tall, with its light positioned 6 meters above sea level. Built in 2011, the cylindrical tower features red and white horizontal bands. It is situated on an isolated reef approximately 3.5 kilometers southeast of Fùdǐngyǔ, within Dongshan County. The lighthouse emits a white flash every 2 seconds, visible for 8.9 nautical miles. Access to the site is possible by boat, though the tower itself is closed to the public. The nearest port is Dongshan, located 2.8 kilometers away.

Why it matters: The Lúcíjiāo lighthouse warns vessels of a significant submerged hazard located southeast of Fùdǐngyǔ, helping to delineate safe passages in these coastal waters.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 2s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
2s
Raw Code
Fl W 2s
Focal Height
6m
Geographic Range
8.9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2011

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red and white horizontal bands
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower colored with red and white horizontal bands

Location

City
Dongshan County
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Fujian
Sea Region
an isolated reef about 3.5 km southeast of Fùdǐngyǔ
Latitude
23.7039°
Longitude
117.4998°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Dongshan(2.8 km)
Admiralty No.
P3600.3
NGA No.
19202
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Lúcíjiāo Lighthouse at night?+
Lúcíjiāo displays the characteristic Fl White 2s. 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 Lúcíjiāo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Lúcíjiāo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Dongshan Pt at 3.1 NM to the N. Other ports served include Gangluan (5.2 NM NE), Gongkou (15.3 NM WSW), Jiuzhen (22.6 NM NNE), Zhelin (23.2 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Lúcíjiāo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Lúcíjiāo 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 Lúcíjiāo Lighthouse?+
Lúcíjiāo 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 Lúcíjiāo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Lúcíjiāo 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.