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Shātuózi Lighthouse

Fl White 6s🇨🇳Jinzhou, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Shātuózi Lighthouse

Shātuózi Lighthouse, a 37-meter cylindrical concrete tower, was built in 1976 and is painted white with red trim. It stands on the tip of a peninsula forming the south side of Dàyào Wān, near Jinzhou. The lighthouse features a lantern and gallery, emitting a white flash every six seconds with a geographic range of 16.6 nautical miles. Its foundation was reinforced in 1986, and breakwaters were later constructed. The surrounding area has been developed into an oil terminal, with the lighthouse now situated among storage tanks.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for maritime traffic navigating Dàyào Wān, particularly vessels servicing the adjacent oil terminal.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl W 6s
Focal Height
37m
Light Range
18NM (33.3 km)
Geographic Range
16.6NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1976

Significant events: foundation reinforced 1986, breakwaters built, area filled and developed as oil terminal

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Dalian(7.1 km)
Admiralty No.
P4059
NGA No.
18228
ARLHS No.
PRC-081
Wikidata
Q115046453 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
37m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with red trim
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and gallery, painted white with red trim

Location

City
Jinzhou
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Liaoning
Sea Region
tip of the blunt peninsula on the south side of Dàyào Wān
Latitude
38.9674°
Longitude
121.9050°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Shātuózi Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 37 meters and a nominal range of 18 nautical miles (approximately 33.3 km), Shātuózi is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. Lights of this range are typically used as landfall lights by vessels approaching from the open sea.
How do mariners identify Shātuózi Lighthouse at night?+
Shātuózi displays the characteristic Fl White 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Shātuózi Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Shātuózi Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is DALIAN at 6.8 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Dalian Pt (11.5 NM WSW), Dayaowan (11.5 NM WSW), Dagang (11.5 NM WSW), Dalian (14.6 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Shātuózi Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Shātuózi 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 Shātuózi Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Shātuózi 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.