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Xiǎoqīngdǎo Breakwater Lighthouse

F Green🇨🇳Shinan District, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Xiǎoqīngdǎo Breakwater Lighthouse

A 12-meter tall cylindrical fiberglass tower features green and white horizontal bands. Its focal height is 18 meters, offering a 12.7 nautical mile geographic range. The light displays a fixed green signal. This structure sits on a pier that extends north from Xiǎoqīngdǎo, near Shinan District. The location is open for visits, but entry into the tower is prohibited.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the pier extending from Xiǎoqīngdǎo, serving as a navigation aid for ships in the vicinity.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F Green
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Green
Raw Code
F G
Focal Height
18m
Geographic Range
12.7NM

Location

City
Shinan District
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Shandong
Sea Region
on a pier extending northward from Xiǎoqīngdǎo
Latitude
36.0566°
Longitude
120.3189°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Qianwan(3.6 km)
Admiralty No.
P3826.2.
NGA No.
CN-1664

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
green and white horizontal bands
Material
fiberglass

Structure: round fiberglass tower colored with green and white horizontal bands

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Xiǎoqīngdǎo Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Xiǎoqīngdǎo Breakwater displays the characteristic F Green. 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Xiǎoqīngdǎo Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Xiǎoqīngdǎo Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Qingdao Pt at 0.1 NM to the E. Other ports served include Qingdao (0.4 NM SSW), Xuejiadao (2.9 NM WSW), Tsingtao (3.7 NM NNW), Qianwan (5 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Xiǎoqīngdǎo Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Xiǎoqīngdǎo 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 Xiǎoqīngdǎo Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Xiǎoqīngdǎo 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.