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Yāntái Detached Breakwater North End Lighthouse

Fl Red 4s🇨🇳Zhifu District, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Yāntái Detached Breakwater North End Lighthouse

This red, square, skeletal tower stands 12 meters tall and is constructed from concrete. It is mounted on a substantial one-story concrete base and sits at the north end of the detached east breakwater for Yāntái harbor. The focal height of the light is 16 meters above the water. Its red light emits a single flash every four seconds, visible for 12.2 nautical miles. The lighthouse is located in the Zhifu District of Shandong province, China, near the port of Yantai.

Why it matters: This lighthouse warns vessels of the northern extremity of the detached east breakwater, a critical point for ships entering or leaving Yāntái harbor.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl R 4s
Focal Height
16m
Geographic Range
12.2NM

Location

City
Zhifu District
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Shandong
Sea Region
north end of the detached east breakwater of Yāntái harbor
Latitude
37.5493°
Longitude
121.4044°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: square skeletal tower mounted on a large 1-story concrete base

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Yantai(11.1 km)
Admiralty No.
P3884
NGA No.
18576
USCG No.
CN-1503
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Yāntái Detached Breakwater North End Lighthouse at night?+
Yāntái Detached Breakwater North End displays the characteristic Fl Red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Yāntái Detached Breakwater North End Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Yāntái Detached Breakwater North End Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Yantai Pt at 1.1 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Yantai (5.1 NM SSW), Yantai (11.1 NM NW), Longmen (11.6 NM SE), Penglai Pt (32.9 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Yāntái Detached Breakwater North End Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Yāntái Detached Breakwater North End 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 Yāntái Detached Breakwater North End Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Yāntái Detached Breakwater North End 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.