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Wēihǎi Range Front Lighthouse

F red🇨🇳Huancui District, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Wēihǎi Range Front Lighthouse

A skeletal steel tower 10 meters in height, the Wēihǎi Range Front light was positioned atop an eight-story building. This range light displayed a red light with flash characteristic F.R. 102. It was located near the port of Weihai, 2.7 kilometers away. The structure served as a navigational aid in the waters of Shandong province. The light was removed in 2020 as part of area development and is no longer operational.

Why it matters: The Wēihǎi Range Front light provided alignment for ships navigating the Weihai area.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F red
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
red
Raw Code
F.R. 102

Construction & History

Significant events: removed in 2020

Visiting

Open to public
No

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Material
steel

Structure: skeletal tower atop an 8-story building

Location

City
Huancui District
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Shandong
Latitude
37.5061°
Longitude
122.1197°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Weihai(2.7 km)
Admiralty No.
P3871.7
NGA No.
18626
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Wēihǎi Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Wēihǎi Range Front displays the characteristic F 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 Wēihǎi Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Wēihǎi Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Weihai Dashuipo Apt at 1 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Weihai Pt (2.3 NM E), Weihai (4.8 NM ESE), Rongcheng (24.8 NM SSE), Longyan (25 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Wēihǎi Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Wēihǎi Range Front 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 Wēihǎi Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Wēihǎi Range Front 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.