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Xiǎoyánggǔwěi Lighthouse

Fl White 4s🇨🇳CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Xiǎoyánggǔwěi Lighthouse

Xiǎoyánggǔwěi lighthouse is a cylindrical concrete tower, 12 meters tall, built in 2012. It is painted with red and white horizontal bands. The light emits a white flash every 4 seconds from a focal height of 39 meters. The structure is located at the east end of Niǎodǎo, a steep-sided island off the east end of Dàyúshān Island. This location is approximately 38.1 kilometers from the nearest port of Saiqi.

Why it matters: The lighthouse marks the eastern extremity of Niǎodǎo, guiding vessels safely past the island's shores.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl W 4s
Focal Height
39m
Geographic Range
16.9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2012

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Saiqi(38.1 km)
Admiralty No.
P3643.015.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands
Material
concrete

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

Location

Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Fujian
Sea Region
Located at the east end of Niǎodǎo (Bird Island), a steep-sided island off the east end of Dàyúshān Island.
Latitude
26.9310°
Longitude
120.3933°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Xiǎoyánggǔwěi Lighthouse at night?+
Xiǎoyánggǔwěi displays the characteristic Fl White 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Xiǎoyánggǔwěi Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Xiǎoyánggǔwěi Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Sansha at 9.5 NM to the W. Other ports served include Xiangyu Terminal/ Xiamen (10.9 NM NNW), Haitian Terminal/ Xiamen (11.3 NM NNW), Binyang (19.4 NM N), Ningde (38.1 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Xiǎoyánggǔwěi Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Xiǎoyánggǔwěi 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 Xiǎoyánggǔwěi Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Xiǎoyánggǔwěi 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.