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Taichung Harbor Craft Basin West Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Green 4s🇹🇼Taichung, TWOperational

Location & Light Range

About Taichung Harbor Craft Basin West Breakwater Lighthouse

This green, round concrete lighthouse stands 6 meters tall on the west breakwater of Taichung's inner harbor basin. A 1-story equipment shelter supports the main structure, with the entire lighthouse painted green. Its light emits a green flash every 4 seconds, visible for 9.3 nautical miles. The lighthouse is situated on a 7-meter focal height and is located 0.6 kilometers from the nearest port of Taichung. Its structure is a simple concrete post centered on a equipment shelter.

Why it matters: This light marks the west breakwater of the inner harbor basin, assisting smaller craft navigating the busy waterways of Taichung, a major Taiwanese port.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl G 4s
Focal Height
7m
Geographic Range
9.3NM

Location

City
Taichung
Country
🇹🇼Taiwan
Sea Region
west breakwater of an inner harbor basin of Taichung, Taiwan
Latitude
24.2872°
Longitude
120.5181°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
green
Material
concrete

Structure: A 6m post is centered on a round 1-story concrete equipment shelter. The entire lighthouse is painted green.

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Taichung(0.6 km)
Admiralty No.
P4660.93
NGA No.
13920
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Taichung Harbor Craft Basin West Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Taichung Harbor Craft Basin West Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl Green 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Taichung Harbor Craft Basin West Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Taichung Harbor Craft Basin West Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Taichung at 2 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Nantou (25 NM SSE), Mai-liao (35.1 NM SSW), Mai-Liai (35.4 NM SSW), Hukou (46.9 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Taichung Harbor Craft Basin West Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Taichung Harbor Craft Basin 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.
What shipping routes pass near Taichung Harbor Craft Basin West Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Taichung Harbor Craft Basin West Breakwater Lighthouse is located within the Taiwan Strait — a major shipping corridor in East Asia connecting the East and South China Seas. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Taichung Harbor Craft Basin West Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Taichung Harbor Craft Basin 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.