Toucheng Detached Breakwater South Head Lighthouse

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Location & Light Range

About Toucheng Detached Breakwater South Head Lighthouse

This concrete post lighthouse stands 12 meters tall and is painted yellow. It rests on a one-story square concrete base and exhibits a yellow light. The structure's focal height reaches 15 meters, providing a geographic range of 11.9 nautical miles. Situated at the north end of the Toucheng detached breakwater, it is opposite the Jetty Head light. The lighthouse is located 16.3 kilometers from the nearest port, Suao.

Why it matters: This light helps define the northern boundary of the Toucheng detached breakwater, assisting local fishing vessels and other small craft in safely entering and exiting the harbor.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Yellow
Light Color
Yellow
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
11.9NM

Location

Country
🇹🇼Taiwan
Sea Region
north end of the detached breakwater at Toucheng, opposite the Jetty Head light
Latitude
24.8629°
Longitude
121.8420°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11.8872m
Tower Color
yellow
Material
concrete

Structure: A 12m concrete post with a lantern, painted yellow, resting on a 1-story square concrete base.

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Suao(16.3 km)
Admiralty No.
P4695.8.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Toucheng Detached Breakwater South Head Lighthouse guide vessels into?

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Toucheng Detached Breakwater South Head Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Suao at 16.2 NM to the S. Other ports served include Wu-tu (16.3 NM NW), Keelung (Chilung) (17.6 NM NNW), Bali (29.6 NM NW), Taipei (30.3 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.

Is Toucheng Detached Breakwater South Head Lighthouse still active and maintained?

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Yes, Toucheng Detached Breakwater South Head 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 Toucheng Detached Breakwater South Head Lighthouse?

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What is the Toucheng Detached Breakwater South Head lighthouse used for?

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It is a fixed navigational aid on the coast at , Taiwan. Mariners identify it by its light characteristic — the pattern, colour and timing of its flashes — which is unique among the lights in its area, so a bearing on it fixes a vessel’s position without instruments.