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Wusungkou Lighthouse

F R 10s🇨🇳Jiangsu and Shanghai, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Wusungkou Lighthouse

This lighthouse features a white quadrilateral masonry tower marked with black bands. The structure rises 33 meters, with the light positioned at a focal height of 32 meters. Its light is a fixed red. The tower's construction utilizes masonry.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F R 10s
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
F.R.
Focal Height
32m
Geographic Range
8NM

Location

City
Jiangsu and Shanghai
Country
🇨🇳CN
Latitude
31.3895°
Longitude
121.5037°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
33m
Tower Shape
quadrilateral
Tower Color
white and black
Material
masonry

Structure: White quadrilateral masonry tower, black banded; 33

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
P3781
NGA No.
18848
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Wusungkou Lighthouse at night?+
Wusungkou displays the characteristic F R 10s — 1 red flash every 10 seconds. 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 Wusungkou Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Wusungkou Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Baoshan Pt at 1.9 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Baoshan (1.9 NM NNW), Shanghai Pt (5.9 NM ESE), Pudong/Shanghai (9.4 NM S), Shanghai (9.4 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Wusungkou Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Wusungkou 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 Wusungkou Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Wusungkou 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.