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Shékǒu New Channel Range Rear Lighthouse

Oc Red 5s🇨🇳Shenzhen, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Shékǒu New Channel Range Rear Lighthouse

Built in 2008, this cylindrical fiberglass tower stands 18 meters tall and is painted white with a red vertical stripe and an inverted red triangle at its apex. Its light, a red occulting signal that flashes every 5 seconds, has a geographic range of 12.8 nautical miles. Located in a yacht harbor on the Shékǒu waterfront in Shenzhen, it is situated across Shēnzhèn Bay from Hong Kong. The site is open to visitors, though the tower itself is closed. The nearest port is Shekou, 1.3 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This range rear light is essential for guiding vessels through the Shékǒu New Channel, ensuring safe passage for ships entering and departing the yacht harbor and other facilities within Shēnzhèn Bay.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc Red 5s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
Red
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Oc R 5s
Focal Height
18.5m
Geographic Range
12.8NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2008

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
18m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with a red vertical stripe and an inverted red triangle at the top
Material
fiberglass

Structure: square cylindrical fiberglass tower, white with a red vertical stripe and an inverted red triangle at the top

Location

City
Shenzhen
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Guangdong
Sea Region
in a yacht harbor on the Shékǒu waterfront, across Shēnzhèn Bay from Hong Kong
Latitude
22.4792°
Longitude
113.9131°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Shekou(1.3 km)
Admiralty No.
P3457.41
NGA No.
19762.1
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Shékǒu New Channel Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Shékǒu New Channel Range Rear displays the characteristic Oc Red 5s. 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 Shékǒu New Channel Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Shékǒu New Channel Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Shekou Pt at 0.1 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Chiwan Pt (2 NM WSW), Shenzhen Pt (2.1 NM NW), Mawan Pt (2.4 NM SW), Hekou (2.7 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Shékǒu New Channel Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Shékǒu New Channel Range 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 Shékǒu New Channel Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Shékǒu New Channel Range 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.