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Liúgòngdǎo Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇨🇳Huancui District, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Liúgòngdǎo Lighthouse

Also known as: Liúgòngdǎo (Dàhóng East Entrance, Liugong)

A cylindrical stone tower, 7 meters tall, stands on a rocky shoal east of Liúgòngdǎo island. It features red and white horizontal bands. The light, positioned 10 meters above sea level, emits a white flash every 5 seconds and has a geographic range of 10.4 nautical miles. This lighthouse is located off the eastern end of Liúgòngdǎo, an island that shelters the harbor of Wēihǎi. It is approximately 1 kilometer from the nearest port.

Why it matters: This lighthouse guides ships around a rocky shoal, protecting vessels as they approach the sheltered harbor of Wēihǎi. Its strategic placement off Liúgòngdǎo island ensures safe passage for maritime traffic entering and exiting the port.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Location

City
Huancui District
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Shandong
Sea Region
rocky shoal off the eastern end of Liúgòngdǎo, an island sheltering the harbor of Wēihǎi
Latitude
37.4959°
Longitude
122.2207°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands
Material
stone

Structure: round stone tower painted with red and white horizontal bands

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Weihai(1.0 km)
Admiralty No.
P3870
NGA No.
18612
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Liúgòngdǎo Lighthouse at night?+
Liúgòngdǎo 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 Liúgòngdǎo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Liúgòngdǎo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Weihai at 1.2 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Weihai Pt (2.6 NM W), Weihai Dashuipo Apt (5.8 NM W), Longyan (20.2 NM ESE), Longyan Pt (20.6 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Liúgòngdǎo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Liúgòngdǎo 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 Liúgòngdǎo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Liúgòngdǎo 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.