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Xúwéi Range Front Lighthouse

Iso Red 2s🇨🇳Lianyun District, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Xúwéi Range Front Lighthouse

This square skeletal steel tower stands 30 meters tall on a square platform supported by piles. It features a rectangular daymark painted with black and white vertical stripes. The Xúwéi Range Front light emits a red isophase light on a 2-second cycle, visible for 15.3 nautical miles. The tower's design includes vertical stripes in black and white. This offshore structure is located about 20 km southeast of Yángwōdǎo in the Xúwéi harbor area.

Why it matters: This range front light is essential for guiding vessels into Xúwéi harbor, aligning them for safe entry.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso Red 2s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
Red
Interval
2s
Raw Code
Iso R 2s
Focal Height
30m
Geographic Range
15.3NM

Location

City
Lianyun District
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Jiangsu
Sea Region
Xúwéi harbor in southern Liányúngǎng, offshore about 20 km southeast of Yángwōdǎo
Latitude
34.5955°
Longitude
119.5872°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Lianyungang(12.5 km)
Admiralty No.
P3799.505
NGA No.
18779.312

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
30m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
with black and white vertical stripes
Material
steel

Structure: square skeletal tower mounted on a square platform supported by piles and carrying a rectangular daymark painted with black and white vertical stripes

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Xúwéi Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Xúwéi Range Front displays the characteristic Iso Red 2s. 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 Xúwéi Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Xúwéi Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Lianyungang at 11.7 NM to the N. Other ports served include Chenjiagang (14.2 NM SE), Lanshan Pt (31.7 NM NNW), Binhai (38.9 NM ESE), Rizhao (46.1 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Xúwéi Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Xúwéi Range Front 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 Xúwéi Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Xúwéi Range Front 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.