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Niújiǎodǎo Lighthouse

Fl White 4s🇨🇳Lianyun District, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Niújiǎodǎo Lighthouse

A 5-meter tall concrete cylindrical tower, featuring red and white horizontal bands, sits on a round concrete foundation at Niújiǎodǎo. The lighthouse emits a white flash every four seconds (Fl W 4s) from a height of 16 meters, with a geographic range of 12.2 nautical miles. This navigation mark is located near Lianyun District in China's Jiangsu region.

Why it matters: This structure serves as a navigation aid for vessels in the vicinity of the islet and the nearby coastline.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl W 4s
Focal Height
16m
Geographic Range
12.2NM

Location

City
Lianyun District
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Jiangsu
Sea Region
An islet off the southwestern tip of Chēniúshāndǎo.
Latitude
34.9864°
Longitude
119.8089°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands
Material
concrete

Structure: A 5m concrete post mounted on a round concrete base, painted with red and white horizontal bands.

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Lanshan(20.8 km)
Admiralty No.
P3805.99.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Niújiǎodǎo Lighthouse at night?+
Niújiǎodǎo displays the characteristic Fl White 4s. 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 Niújiǎodǎo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Niújiǎodǎo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Lianyungang at 16.8 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Lanshan Pt (21.6 NM WNW), Rizhao (26.5 NM NNW), Chenjiagang (34.2 NM S), Dongjiangkou (36.4 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Niújiǎodǎo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Niújiǎodǎo 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 Niújiǎodǎo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Niújiǎodǎo 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.