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Shíjiù West Breakwater Lighthouse

L Red 6s🇨🇳Donggang District, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Shíjiù West Breakwater Lighthouse

A cylindrical concrete tower built in 2014 stands 16 meters tall and was first lit that same year. It is painted with black and white horizontal bands and features a lantern and gallery. The lighthouse stands on the west breakwater of Shíjiù harbor, near Donggang District, with its focal plane at 19 meters. It emits a steady red light, visible for 12.9 nautical miles. The tower is located 0.8 kilometers from the nearest port, Rizhao.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for the safe navigation of ships entering and exiting Shíjiù harbor, a significant commercial port.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
L Red 6s
Flash Type
L
Light Color
Red
Interval
6s
Raw Code
L R 6s
Focal Height
19m
Geographic Range
12.9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2014

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Rizhao(0.8 km)
Admiralty No.
P3808.09.
NGA No.
CN-1748.006

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
16m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with black and white horizontal bands
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower with lantern and gallery

Location

City
Donggang District
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Shandong
Sea Region
Shíjiù harbor, on the west (south) breakwater
Latitude
35.3357°
Longitude
119.5562°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Shíjiù West Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Shíjiù West Breakwater displays the characteristic L Red 6s. 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 Shíjiù West Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Shíjiù West Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Rizhao at 2.1 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Lanshan Pt (16.4 NM SSW), Dongjiakou (18.9 NM NNE), Dongjiangkou (19.2 NM NE), Lianyungang (32.7 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Shíjiù West Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Shíjiù West Breakwater 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 Shíjiù West Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Shíjiù West Breakwater 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.