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Tiědīngyǔ Lighthouse

Fl White 1.5s🇨🇳Dongshan County, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tiědīngyǔ Lighthouse

Also known as: Tiědīngyǔ (Tiědīng Yǔ)

This concrete lighthouse, built in 1986, stands 8 meters tall on a small island in Dongshan County, China. Its octagonal cylindrical tower is white with black vertical stripes. The focal height of the light is 18 meters, and it emits a single white flash every 1.5 seconds. This light has a geographic range of 12.7 nautical miles. It is located about 1 kilometer northwest of the Tǎyǔ North light within Dongshan Bay.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is essential for safe navigation within Dongshan Bay, guiding local shipping and fishing vessels, particularly in relation to the Tǎyǔ North light.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 1.5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
1.5s
Raw Code
Fl W 1.5s
Focal Height
18m
Geographic Range
12.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1986

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Dongshan(1.6 km)
Admiralty No.
P3600.83.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with a black vertical stripes
Material
concrete

Structure: octagonal cylindrical concrete tower covered with tiles colored white with a black vertical stripes

Location

City
Dongshan County
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Fujian
Sea Region
on a small island in Dōngshān Bay about 1 km (0.6 mi) northwest of the Tǎyǔ North light
Latitude
23.7366°
Longitude
117.5358°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tiědīngyǔ Lighthouse at night?+
Tiědīngyǔ displays the characteristic Fl White 1.5s. 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Tiědīngyǔ Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tiědīngyǔ Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Dongshan Pt at 1.9 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Gangluan (2.5 NM ENE), Gongkou (17.8 NM WSW), Jiuzhen (20 NM NNE), Zhelin (25.7 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tiědīngyǔ Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tiědīngyǔ 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 Tiědīngyǔ Lighthouse?+
Tiědīngyǔ 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 Tiědīngyǔ Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tiědīngyǔ 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.