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Lightship Yíngkǒu Lighthouse

Fl (3) White 10s🇨🇳Shanyang, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Lightship Yíngkǒu Lighthouse

This metal lighthouse, built in 2009, stands 20 meters tall on a small island in Hángzhōu Bay. Its cylindrical tower features a gallery and is painted with alternating red and white horizontal bands. The white light emits a single flash every 10 seconds, visible for nearly 25.5 nautical miles. Situated about 2.6 kilometers from the nearest port at Jinshan, it marks an elevated island. The structure's focal height reaches 105 meters above sea level.

Why it matters: This lighthouse guides maritime traffic in Hángzhōu Bay, helping vessels navigate around the elevated Dàjīnshāndǎo island and contributing to safety in a busy shipping lane.

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
105m
Geographic Range
25.4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2009

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Jinshan(2.6 km)
Admiralty No.
P3718.3
NGA No.
18886

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
20m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red and white horizontal bands
Material
metal

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

Location

City
Shanyang
Country
🇨🇳China
Sea Region
Hángzhōu Bay, off Jīnshān, marking a small but high island
Latitude
30.6916°
Longitude
121.4211°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Lightship Yíngkǒu Lighthouse at night?+
Lightship Yíngkǒu 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 Lightship Yíngkǒu Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Lightship Yíngkǒu Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Jinshan at 2.6 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include JINSHAN (5.7 NM W), Caojing (7.7 NM NNE), Fengxian (14.7 NM N), Nanqiao (14.7 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Lightship Yíngkǒu Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Lightship Yíngkǒu 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 Lightship Yíngkǒu Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Lightship Yíngkǒu 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.