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Nánhuángdǎo Pier Lighthouse

L White 2s🇨🇳Rushan City, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Nánhuángdǎo Pier Lighthouse

A square concrete tower, 6 meters in height, is situated on the west side of Nánhuángdǎo, an island near Rushan City in China's Shandong region. This structure, completed in 2017, is painted yellow. It emits a white light with a flash characteristic of L W 2s, visible for 9.7 nautical miles. The light's focal height reaches 8 meters above the water. The facility is built on a pier, with Fengcheng, 19 kilometers distant, being the closest port.

Why it matters: This navigation aid marks the Nánhuángdǎo pier, assisting with safe entry for local shipping and fishing operations.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
L White 2s
Flash Type
L
Light Color
White
Interval
2s
Raw Code
L W 2s
Focal Height
8m
Geographic Range
9.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2017

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Fengcheng(19.0 km)
Admiralty No.
P3856.85.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
yellow
Material
concrete

Structure: square concrete tower painted yellow

Location

City
Rushan City
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Shandong
Sea Region
on the pier on the west side of Nánhuángdǎo
Latitude
36.7195°
Longitude
121.6159°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Nánhuángdǎo Pier Lighthouse at night?+
Nánhuángdǎo Pier displays the characteristic L White 2s. 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 Nánhuángdǎo Pier Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Nánhuángdǎo Pier Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Fengcheng at 18.5 NM to the W. Other ports served include FENGCHENG (19.3 NM W), Shidao Pt (41.3 NM ENE), Nudao (41.4 NM WSW), Longmen (42.9 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Nánhuángdǎo Pier Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Nánhuángdǎo Pier 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 Nánhuángdǎo Pier Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Nánhuángdǎo Pier 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.