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Mailiao West Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl W 3s🇹🇼Taiwan, TWOperational

Location & Light Range

About Mailiao West Breakwater Lighthouse

This green, octagonal concrete tower stands 72 meters tall, with its focal plane situated 24 meters above sea level. It is located at the end of the west breakwater. The lighthouse emits a green flash every 3 seconds, visible for a geographic range of 16 nautical miles. Its construction material is concrete, and it is an active navigational aid.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl.G. period 3s
Focal Height
24m
Geographic Range
16NM

Location

City
Taiwan
Country
🇹🇼TW
Latitude
23.7805°
Longitude
120.1509°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
72m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
green
Material
concrete

Structure: Green round concrete tower; 72

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
P4659.412
NGA No.
13855
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Mailiao West Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Mailiao West Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl W 3s — 1 white flash every 3 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.
Which ports and harbors does Mailiao West Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Mailiao West Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Mai-liao at 2 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Mai-Liai (5.7 NM ESE), Budai (25 NM S), Lung-men (29.5 NM WSW), Nantou (30.1 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Mailiao West Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Mailiao West Breakwater 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 Mailiao West Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Mailiao West Breakwater 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 Mailiao West Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Mailiao West Breakwater 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.