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Wūkǎn Gǎng West Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Red 4s🇨🇳CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Wūkǎn Gǎng West Breakwater Lighthouse

This cylindrical concrete tower, painted white, stands 10 meters tall. Its focal height reaches 63 meters, casting a red light with a characteristic of a single flash every 4 seconds. The structure is a round, cylindrical concrete tower, designed to aid navigation. It is located near Shanwei, about 16.1 kilometers away, marking the western edge of a channel. The light has a geographic range of 20.5 nautical miles.

Why it matters: This light guides vessels through the altered waterway which now serves as the mouth of the Wūkǎn River, warning them of the western breakwater.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl R 4s
Focal Height
63m
Geographic Range
20.5NM

Location

Country
🇨🇳CN
Latitude
22.6514°
Longitude
115.5689°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Shanwei(16.1 km)
Admiralty No.
P3583.6.
NGA No.
19280
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Wūkǎn Gǎng West Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Wūkǎn Gǎng West Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl Red 4s. 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 Wūkǎn Gǎng West Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Wūkǎn Gǎng West Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Wukan at 12.7 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Shanwei (13.4 NM WNW), Donghai (18.3 NM N), Lufeng (18.3 NM N), Jiazi (29.6 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Wūkǎn Gǎng West Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Wūkǎn Gǎng West Breakwater 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 Wūkǎn Gǎng West Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Wūkǎn Gǎng West Breakwater 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.