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Sāndūnwěi Lighthouse

Fl White 4s🇨🇳Zhanjiang City, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Sāndūnwěi Lighthouse

Sāndūnwěi lighthouse is a cylindrical, white concrete tower standing 8 meters tall. With a focal height of 11 meters, it emits a white flash every 4 seconds. This aid to navigation is located on a small island approximately 800 meters northwest of the Jiàowěi Wān lighthouse. The nearest port to Sāndūnwěi is Xiuyu Pt, located 16.3 kilometers away. Its geographic range extends to 10.7 nautical miles.

Why it matters: This lighthouse warns vessels of the island's presence, assisting navigation near Zhanjiang City and through coastal routes between Sāndūnwěi island and the mainland.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl W 4s
Focal Height
11m
Geographic Range
10.7NM

Location

City
Zhanjiang City
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Guangdong
Latitude
20.2242°
Longitude
109.9200°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round white concrete tower

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Xiuyu Pt(16.3 km)
Admiralty No.
P3330.
NGA No.
20104
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sāndūnwěi Lighthouse at night?+
Sāndūnwěi 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 Sāndūnwěi Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sāndūnwěi Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Haian at 16.5 NM to the E. Other ports served include MACUN (16.7 NM SSE), Xiuyu Pt (16.7 NM SE), Macun (17.3 NM SSE), HAIAN (17.8 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sāndūnwěi Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sāndūnwěi 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 Sāndūnwěi Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sāndūnwěi 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.