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Xībànyángjiāo Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 5s🇨🇳Shengsi County, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Xībànyángjiāo Lighthouse

Xībànyángjiāo Lighthouse is a 10-meter concrete tower situated on a reef between the Mǎ'ān Islands and Sìjiāo. Its cylindrical structure features red and white horizontal bands, with the light positioned at a focal height of 19.5 meters. The lighthouse emits a single white flash every 5 seconds, providing a geographic range of 13 nautical miles. Access to this remote location near Shengsi County is only possible by boat, with the nearest port being Luhuashan, 1 kilometer away. While the site is open to visitors, the tower itself is closed to the public.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is important for guiding vessels through the passage between the Mǎ'ān Islands and Sìjiāo, warning them of the reef it marks.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
19.5m
Geographic Range
13NM

Location

City
Shengsi County
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Zhejiang
Sea Region
Located on a reef halfway between the Mǎ'ān Islands and Sìjiāo.
Latitude
30.8071°
Longitude
122.6067°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Luhuashan(1.0 km)
Admiralty No.
P3747.13
NGA No.
18876.5

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red and white horizontal bands
Material
concrete

Structure: hexagonal cylindrical concrete tower colored with red and white horizontal bands

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Xībànyángjiāo Lighthouse at night?+
Xībànyángjiāo displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 5s — 2 white flashes every 5 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Xībànyángjiāo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Xībànyángjiāo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Lü-hua Shan at 1.5 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Maji Shan (10 NM SW), CJK (22.9 NM N), Yangshan (30.1 NM WSW), Yangshan (30.1 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Xībànyángjiāo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Xībànyángjiāo 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 Xībànyángjiāo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Xībànyángjiāo 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.