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Māoshān Yǔ Lighthouse

Fl (3) White 10s🇨🇳Dongtou District, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Māoshān Yǔ Lighthouse

The Māoshān Yǔ lighthouse stands on a small island south of Lùxīdǎo, an island east of Dàméndǎo. This cylindrical concrete tower, painted white, reaches a height of 13 meters. It emits three white flashes every 10 seconds from a focal height of 47 meters, with a geographic range of 18.2 nautical miles. The lighthouse is located approximately 5.6 kilometers from the nearest port, Zhuangyuanao. Its structure includes a gallery at the top.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the small island it occupies, guiding maritime traffic navigating the waters around Lùxīdǎo and Dàméndǎo. Its consistent light provides a reliable aid to navigation, ensuring safe passage for local fishing vessels and other shipping through this island chain.

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
47m
Geographic Range
18.2NM

Location

City
Dongtou District
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Zhejiang
Sea Region
A small island off the southern tip of Lùxīdǎo, an island east of Dàméndǎo.
Latitude
27.9630°
Longitude
121.1889°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round white concrete tower with gallery

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Zhuangyuanao(5.6 km)
Admiralty No.
P3660.6.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Māoshān Yǔ Lighthouse at night?+
Māoshān Yǔ 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 Māoshān Yǔ Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Māoshān Yǔ Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Shanwai at 5.3 NM to the N. Other ports served include Zhuangyuanao (6.1 NM SW), Damaiyu (7.5 NM NNW), Kanmen (7.6 NM NNE), Yuhuan (7.8 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Māoshān Yǔ Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Māoshān Yǔ 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 Māoshān Yǔ Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Māoshān Yǔ 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.