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Ànhúshí Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 5s🇨🇳Huangdao District, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Ànhúshí Lighthouse

This cylindrical concrete tower stands 10 meters tall and is painted with black and white horizontal bands. Its focal plane is 8 meters above the water. The lighthouse emits a white flash every 5 seconds, visible for 9.7 nautical miles. It is situated on a reef in the southwestern part of Jiāozhōu Bay, serving the outer harbor of Qīngdǎo. The nearest port is Qianwan, 0.8 kilometers away.

Why it matters: The lighthouse provides a critical navigational reference on the reef for ships entering and leaving the industrial harbor basin, helping to prevent groundings and collisions.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
8m
Geographic Range
9.7NM

Location

City
Huangdao District
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Shandong
Sea Region
a reef just off an industrial harbor basin in the southwestern part of Jiāozhōu Bay, the outer harbor of Qīngdǎo
Latitude
36.0210°
Longitude
120.2559°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
black and white horizontal bands
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower colored with black and white horizontal bands

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Qianwan(0.8 km)
Admiralty No.
P3824.2.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ànhúshí Lighthouse at night?+
Ànhúshí displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 5s — 2 white flashes every 5 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 Ànhúshí Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ànhúshí Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Xuejiadao at 0.9 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Qianwan (2.6 NM NW), Qingdao (3.4 NM ENE), Qingdao Pt (3.8 NM NE), Tsingtao (6.1 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ànhúshí Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ànhúshí 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 Ànhúshí Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ànhúshí 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.