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Lightfloat Mǎyǒushí Lighthouse

Fl White 6s🇨🇳Xiangzhou, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Lightfloat Mǎyǒushí Lighthouse

The Lightfloat Mǎyǒushí is a cylindrical steel structure, standing 30 meters tall, with a focal height of 7 meters. It is painted red and features a square cylindrical skeletal tower topped with a slatted daymark. This daymark is painted white with a black vertical stripe. The light emits a white flash every 6 seconds and has a geographic range of 9.3 nautical miles. It was temporarily withdrawn in 2012. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lightfloat is essential for safe navigation in the busy estuary east of Lantau Island, particularly near the Hong Kong–Zhuhai–Macau Bridge-Tunnel. Its distinctive light characteristic guides vessels through this critical shipping lane.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl W 6s
Focal Height
7m
Geographic Range
9.3NM

Construction & History

Significant events: Withdrawn temporarily in 2012

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
30m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
steel

Structure: square cylindrical skeletal tower carrying a slatted daymark painted white with a black vertical stripe

Location

City
Xiangzhou
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Guangdong
Sea Region
East side of the estuary, about 5 km northwest of Lantau Island, Hong Kong, south of the Hong Kong–Zhuhai–Macau Bridge-Tunnel.
Latitude
22.2765°
Longitude
113.8043°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Guishan(8.1 km)
Admiralty No.
P3521.4
NGA No.
19628
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Lightfloat Mǎyǒushí Lighthouse at night?+
Lightfloat Mǎyǒushí 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 Lightfloat Mǎyǒushí Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Lightfloat Mǎyǒushí Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is CHEK LAP KOK at 7.8 NM to the E. Other ports served include Gaosha (8.3 NM S), Guishan (8.6 NM S), Tuen Mun (9 NM NE), Mawan Pt (11.3 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Lightfloat Mǎyǒushí Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Lightfloat Mǎyǒushí 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 Lightfloat Mǎyǒushí Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Lightfloat Mǎyǒushí 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.