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Xiǎoniújiāo Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇨🇳Lianjiang County, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Xiǎoniújiāo Lighthouse

Also known as: Xiǎoniújiāo (Calf Reef)

The Xiǎoniújiāo lighthouse stands on an octagonal concrete tower, painted black with a single red horizontal band. Completed in 1989, it replaced an earlier station established in 1954. The tower, standing 14 meters tall with a focal height of 13 meters, emits a white flash every 10 seconds. It is situated on a reef approximately 1.5 kilometers north of the Běijiāo promontory, which marks the extremity of the Huángqí Peninsula. This location is about 10 kilometers northeast of Huángqí, within Lianjiang County.

Why it matters: This lighthouse warns vessels about the reef it occupies and guides them around the Běijiāo promontory, preventing groundings and ensuring safe passage along the Huángqí Peninsula.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1989

Significant events: station established 1954

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Lian Jiang(6.0 km)
Admiralty No.
P3641.3.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
black with one red horizontal band
Material
concrete

Structure: octagonal concrete tower with gallery, painted black with one red horizontal band

Location

City
Lianjiang County
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Fujian
Sea Region
Located on a reef about 1.5 km north of the sharp Běijiāo promontory at the end of the Huángqí Peninsula about 10 km northeast of Huángqí.
Latitude
26.3823°
Longitude
119.9577°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Xiǎoniújiāo Lighthouse at night?+
Xiǎoniújiāo displays the characteristic Fl White 10s. 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 Xiǎoniújiāo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Xiǎoniújiāo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is LIAN JIANG at 6.1 NM to the SW. Other ports served include MATSU (13.3 NM S), LUOYUAN (16.1 NM WNW), Dongdaiwan (20.4 NM WSW), Qianyu (26.1 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Xiǎoniújiāo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Xiǎoniújiāo 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 Xiǎoniújiāo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Xiǎoniújiāo 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.