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Shāfēngjiǎo Lighthouse

Fl White 4s🇨🇳Changle District, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Shāfēngjiǎo Lighthouse

Also known as: Shāfēngjiǎo (Shāntǎ Yǔ))

Shāfēngjiǎo is a 7-meter tall, square pyramidal white concrete tower, founded on a substantial stone base. Its light has a focal height of 15 meters and displays a white flash every 4 seconds. This active navigation aid offers a visibility range of 11.9 nautical miles. The location in Changle District, Fujian, is accessible to the public, but entry into the tower is restricted. It is situated about 12.9 kilometers from Fuzhou.

Why it matters: This marker assists navigation for vessels along the coast of China.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl W 4s
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
11.9NM

Location

City
Changle District
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Fujian
Latitude
26.0267°
Longitude
119.6948°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Fuzhou(12.9 km)
Admiralty No.
P3634.3.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
stone, concrete

Structure: square pyramidal white concrete tower mounted atop a large stone structure

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Shāfēngjiǎo Lighthouse at night?+
Shāfēngjiǎo 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 Shāfēngjiǎo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Shāfēngjiǎo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Taijiang at 11 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Dongdaiwan (13.1 NM NNW), Mawei Pt (13.5 NM W), FUZHOU (14.1 NM W), Qianyu (14.2 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Shāfēngjiǎo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Shāfēngjiǎo 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 Shāfēngjiǎo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Shāfēngjiǎo 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.