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Xīngǎng South Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Red 3s🇨🇳Binhai New Area, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Xīngǎng South Breakwater Lighthouse

This lighthouse stands on a tapered octagonal concrete tower, standing 16 meters tall with a focal height of 21 meters. It is painted with red and white horizontal bands and features a lantern and gallery. The structure is situated off the end of the south breakwater of Xīngǎng harbor. Its light emits a red flash every 3 seconds, providing a geographic range of 13.4 nautical miles. The lighthouse is constructed from concrete and is located 2.3 kilometers from the nearest port, Tianjin Xingang.

Why it matters: This lighthouse warns vessels away from the hazards of the southern breakwater, ensuring safe passage into the Xīngǎng harbor for commercial and fishing traffic.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl R 3s
Focal Height
21m
Geographic Range
13.4NM

Location

City
Binhai New Area
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Tianjin
Sea Region
off the end of the south breakwater of the Xīngǎng harbor
Latitude
38.9495°
Longitude
117.8902°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
16m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands
Material
concrete

Structure: tapered octagonal concrete tower with lantern and gallery painted with red and white horizontal bands

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Tianjin Xingang(2.3 km)
Admiralty No.
P3909.2
NGA No.
18500.7
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Xīngǎng South Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Xīngǎng South Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl Red 3s. 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 Xīngǎng South Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Xīngǎng South Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Tianjin Pt at 6.9 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Tianjin (6.9 NM WNW), Tianjin Xingang Pt (7.2 NM W), Tianjinbaoshuiqu (10.5 NM W), Tanggu (10.9 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Xīngǎng South Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Xīngǎng South 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 Xīngǎng South Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Xīngǎng South 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.