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Wǔcūn Lighthouse

Fl Red🇨🇳Zhanjiang City, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Wǔcūn Lighthouse

The Wǔcūn lighthouse is a 7.5-meter cylindrical concrete tower situated on the east side of the Wǔcūn harbor entrance, west of the Hǎishāpō lighthouse. It stands 9 meters above sea level and emits a flashing red light with a geographic range of 10 nautical miles. This structure serves as a functional marker for vessels entering the harbor. The lighthouse operates on a simple flashing red characteristic. Its location near the port of Maoming, 8.4 kilometers away, underscores its role in local maritime traffic.

Why it matters: This lighthouse guides local fishing fleets and commercial traffic into Wǔcūn harbor, marking the eastern side of the entrance in conjunction with the Hǎishāpō lighthouse.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Raw Code
Fl R
Focal Height
9m
Geographic Range
10NM

Location

City
Zhanjiang City
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Guangdong
Sea Region
Located on the east side of the entrance to Wǔcūn harbor, a short distance west of the Hǎishāpō lighthouse.
Latitude
21.4150°
Longitude
110.9423°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7.5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Maoming(8.4 km)
Admiralty No.
P3403.191.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Wǔcūn Lighthouse at night?+
Wǔcūn displays the characteristic Fl Red. 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Wǔcūn Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Wǔcūn Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Bohe at 6.9 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Shuidong Pt (8.3 NM ENE), Maoming (8.4 NM ENE), Wuchuan (11 NM W), ZHANJIANG (30 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Wǔcūn Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Wǔcūn 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 Wǔcūn Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Wǔcūn 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.