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Mácàihéng Lighthouse

Fl White 6.5s🇨🇳Dafeng District, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Mácàihéng Lighthouse

Built in 2010, this 26-meter-high cylindrical tower is painted white and topped with a red lantern dome. It is supported by piles on a shoal located about 65 kilometers east of Dafeng, China. The light emits a white flash every 6.5 seconds and has a geographic range of 14.5 nautical miles. Access is solely by water.

Why it matters: Mácàihéng Lighthouse serves as a navigation aid, marking a shoal east of Dafeng, China, for ships operating in the coastal region.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 6.5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
6.5s
Raw Code
Fl W 6.5s
Focal Height
26m
Light Range
15NM (27.8 km)
Geographic Range
14.5NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2010

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Dafeng(24.7 km)
Admiralty No.
P3794.199
NGA No.
18779.85
Wikidata
Q115046418 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
26m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with a red lantern dome

Structure: round cylindrical tower with lantern mounted on a round platform supported by piles

Location

City
Dafeng District
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Jiangsu
Sea Region
shoal about 65 km east of Dàfēng, China
Latitude
33.3633°
Longitude
121.3423°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Mácàihéng Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 26 meters and a nominal range of 15 nautical miles (approximately 27.8 km), Mácàihéng is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. Lights of this range are typically used as landfall lights by vessels approaching from the open sea.
How do mariners identify Mácàihéng Lighthouse at night?+
Mácàihéng displays the characteristic Fl White 6.5s. 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 Mácàihéng Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Mácàihéng Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is DAFENG at 25.7 NM to the W. Other ports served include Dafeng (45.3 NM WSW), Yangkou Pt (49.4 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Mácàihéng Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Mácàihéng 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 Mácàihéng Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Mácàihéng 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.