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Liányúngǎng Main Channel A Range Outer Rear Lighthouse

L White 2s🇨🇳Lianyun District, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Liányúngǎng Main Channel A Range Outer Rear Lighthouse

This steel skeletal tower, standing 48 meters tall, was built in 1993 to serve as the outer rear range light for the Liányúngǎng Main Channel A Range. Its tapered square structure features a gallery and is painted white and black. The light emits a single white flash every 2 seconds from a focal height of 65 meters, providing a geographic range of 20.8 nautical miles. It is situated onshore, southwest of its corresponding front light, and is 3.1 kilometers from the nearest port of Lianyungang.

Why it matters: This rear range light is indispensable for vessels entering the Liányúngǎng Main Channel, offering precise alignment guidance to prevent groundings and collisions in this busy port area.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
L White 2s
Flash Type
L
Light Color
White
Interval
2s
Raw Code
L W 2s
Focal Height
65m
Geographic Range
20.8NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1993

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Lianyungang(3.1 km)
Admiralty No.
P3800.71
NGA No.
18777.1

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
48m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white and black
Material
steel

Structure: tapered square skeletal tower with gallery and a diamond-shaped daymark

Location

City
Lianyun District
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Jiangsu
Sea Region
onshore, southwest of the front light, part of the Liányúngǎng Main Channel A Range
Latitude
34.7219°
Longitude
119.4722°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Liányúngǎng Main Channel A Range Outer Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Liányúngǎng Main Channel A Range Outer Rear displays the characteristic L 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 Liányúngǎng Main Channel A Range Outer Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Liányúngǎng Main Channel A Range Outer Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Lianyungang at 6.2 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Lanshan Pt (22.9 NM N), Chenjiagang (23.7 NM SE), Rizhao (38.5 NM N), Baimao (46.5 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Liányúngǎng Main Channel A Range Outer Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Liányúngǎng Main Channel A Range Outer Rear 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 Liányúngǎng Main Channel A Range Outer Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Liányúngǎng Main Channel A Range Outer Rear 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.