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Shēnshuǐjiǎo Lighthouse

Fl (3) White 10s🇨🇳Ninghai County, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Shēnshuǐjiǎo Lighthouse

Also known as: Shēnshuǐjiǎo (Shēnshuǐ Jiǎo, Báishíshāndǎo, Báishíshān Dǎo)

This cylindrical concrete tower, standing 15 meters tall and painted white, is located at the northern tip of Báishíshāndǎo. Its focal height reaches 18 meters, providing a light with a geographic range of 12.7 nautical miles. The light emits three white flashes every 10 seconds. Constructed from concrete, the structure is situated approximately 10 km west of Xiàngshāngǎng and 3.6 km from Ninghai County. While the tower itself is closed to the public, the site is accessible by boat.

Why it matters: The lighthouse aids navigation around Báishíshāndǎo, helping vessels avoid the island's northern tip and ensuring safe passage near Xiàngshāngǎng.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
18m
Geographic Range
12.7NM

Location

City
Ninghai County
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Zhejiang
Sea Region
Located at the northern tip of Báishíshāndǎo, approximately 10 km west of Xiàngshāngǎng.
Latitude
29.5112°
Longitude
121.5990°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Ninghai(3.6 km)
Admiralty No.
P3692.953.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower, painted white

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 Shēnshuǐjiǎo Lighthouse at night?+
Shēnshuǐjiǎo displays the characteristic Fl (3) White 10s — 3 white flashes every 10 seconds. 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 Shēnshuǐjiǎo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Shēnshuǐjiǎo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Huangxian at 2.9 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Nanning (5.1 NM WSW), XIANGSHAN (8.4 NM ENE), Ningbo (21.5 NM N), Shipu (25.3 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Shēnshuǐjiǎo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Shēnshuǐjiǎo 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 Shēnshuǐjiǎo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Shēnshuǐjiǎo 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.