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Nízhōutóu (Nízhōu Tóu, Mud Island Point) Range Common Rear Lighthouse

F red🇨🇳Dongguan, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Nízhōutóu (Nízhōu Tóu, Mud Island Point) Range Common Rear Lighthouse

This concrete range common rear light stands 25 meters tall and is painted gray with black vertical stripes. Its structure faces the range lines, serving as a critical component of a two-light system. The light emits a red signal, flashing continuously. Situated at Nízhōutóu, also known as Mud Island Point, it is located near the city of Dongguan in China's Guangdong region. This navigational aid has a geographic range of 14.3 nautical miles.

Why it matters: This rear range light, functioning in conjunction with a front light, provides mariners with precise alignment for safe passage through a channel near the Humen port. Its distinctive coloring aids in identification, helping to prevent vessels from deviating into hazardous shallow waters.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F red
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
red
Raw Code
F.R. 82
Focal Height
25m
Geographic Range
14.3NM

Location

City
Dongguan
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Guangdong
Sea Region
Located at Nízhōutóu (Mud Island Point) in China, serving as the rear light of a common range to guide vessels.
Latitude
22.9093°
Longitude
113.5735°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
25m
Tower Color
gray with black vertical stripes
Material
concrete

Structure: concrete tower, gray with black vertical stripes facing the range lines

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Humen(2.5 km)
Admiralty No.
P3474
NGA No.
19824
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Nízhōutóu (Nízhōu Tóu, Mud Island Point) Range Common Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Nízhōutóu (Nízhōu Tóu, Mud Island Point) Range Common Rear displays the characteristic F red. 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Nízhōutóu (Nízhōu Tóu, Mud Island Point) Range Common Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Nízhōutóu (Nízhōu Tóu, Mud Island Point) Range Common Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Shatian at 1.5 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Dongguan (2.4 NM ENE), Houjie (3.6 NM ENE), Xinsha (4.2 NM NNW), Lijiang (4.9 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Nízhōutóu (Nízhōu Tóu, Mud Island Point) Range Common Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Nízhōutóu (Nízhōu Tóu, Mud Island Point) Range Common Rear 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 Nízhōutóu (Nízhōu Tóu, Mud Island Point) Range Common Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Nízhōutóu (Nízhōu Tóu, Mud Island Point) Range Common Rear 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.