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Yángwōtóu Lighthouse

Fl (3) White 20s🇨🇳Lianyun District, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Yángwōtóu Lighthouse

Also known as: Yángwōtóu (Yángwōdǎo) (Sheep Pen Head)

This cylindrical concrete tower stands 16 meters tall, with its light positioned at a focal height of 125 meters. The lighthouse, painted red, emits a white flash every 20 seconds, visible for over 27 nautical miles. Its construction in 1995 replaced a 1957 structure, which had taken over from the original lighthouse first lit in 1936. The tower rises from a cross-shaped keeper's house. It is situated on the east end of an island within the Lianyun District.

Why it matters: The Yángwōtóu Lighthouse offers a critical navigational aid with its significant focal plane, ensuring safe passage for vessels near the island's eastern extremity.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) White 20s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
20s
Raw Code
Fl W 20s
Focal Height
125m
Light Range
18NM (33.3 km)
Geographic Range
27.4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1995
First Lit
1936

Significant events: original lighthouse replaced in 1957

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Lianyungang(3.3 km)
Admiralty No.
P3804
NGA No.
112-18760
ARLHS No.
PRC-070
Wikidata
Q115046491 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
16m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: robust square cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and gallery, rising from a cross-shaped 1-story keeper's house

Location

City
Lianyun District
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Jiangsu
Sea Region
east end of the island
Latitude
34.7555°
Longitude
119.4953°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Yángwōtóu Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 125 meters and a nominal range of 18 nautical miles (approximately 33.3 km), Yángwōtóu is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. Lights of this range are typically used as landfall lights by vessels approaching from the open sea.
How do mariners identify Yángwōtóu Lighthouse at night?+
Yángwōtóu displays the characteristic Fl (3) White 20s — 3 white flashes every 20 seconds. 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 Yángwōtóu Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Yángwōtóu Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Lianyungang at 4.1 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Lanshan Pt (21.2 NM NNW), Chenjiagang (24.6 NM SE), Rizhao (36.4 NM N), Baimao (46.8 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Yángwōtóu Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Yángwōtóu 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 Yángwōtóu Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Yángwōtóu 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.