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Wēihǎi Range Rear Lighthouse

F red🇨🇳Huancui District, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Wēihǎi Range Rear Lighthouse

This steel skeletal tower stood 37 meters tall and displayed a red light with a characteristic of F.R. 135. Located in the Huancui District of Shandong, China, it was part of a navigational range. The structure served near the port of Weihai, situated 2.8 kilometers away. Its operational status concluded between 2022 and 2023 when the tower was dismantled and removed.

Why it matters: As a range light, this structure provided a critical alignment point for vessels navigating the waters near Weihai, helping them maintain a precise course.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F red
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
red
Raw Code
F.R. 135

Construction & History

Significant events: removed in 2022 or 2023

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Weihai(2.8 km)
Admiralty No.
P3871.71
NGA No.
18626.1

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
37m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Material
steel

Structure: skeletal tower

Location

City
Huancui District
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Shandong
Latitude
37.5063°
Longitude
122.1176°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Wēihǎi Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Wēihǎi Range Rear 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 Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Wēihǎi Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Weihai Dashuipo Apt at 0.9 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Weihai Pt (2.4 NM E), Weihai (4.9 NM ESE), Rongcheng (24.9 NM SSE), Longmen (25 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Wēihǎi Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Wēihǎi Range Rear 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 Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Wēihǎi Range Rear 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.