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Yāntái Detached Breakwater South End Lighthouse

Q Green 3s🇨🇳Zhifu District, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Yāntái Detached Breakwater South End Lighthouse

This lighthouse is situated at the south end of the detached east breakwater in Yāntái harbor. Constructed of concrete, it features a square skeletal tower rising 12 meters from a 1-story concrete base. The tower's focal height reaches 16 meters above sea level. Its green light displays quick flashes, visible for 12.2 nautical miles. Access to the structure is limited to boat, reinforcing its function solely as a navigational marker.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the southern extremity of the detached east breakwater, guiding vessels entering and exiting Yāntái harbor.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Q Green 3s
Flash Type
Quick
Light Color
Green
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Q G
Focal Height
16m
Geographic Range
12.2NM

Location

City
Zhifu District
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Shandong
Sea Region
Yāntái harbor, at the south end of the detached east breakwater
Latitude
37.5473°
Longitude
121.4003°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

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

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

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Yantai(11.1 km)
Admiralty No.
P3886
NGA No.
18580
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Yāntái Detached Breakwater South End Lighthouse at night?+
Yāntái Detached Breakwater South End displays the characteristic Q Green 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Yāntái Detached Breakwater South End Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Yāntái Detached Breakwater South End Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Yantai Pt at 1.2 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Yantai (4.9 NM S), Yantai (11.1 NM NW), Longmen (11.7 NM SE), Penglai Pt (32.8 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Yāntái Detached Breakwater South End Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Yāntái Detached Breakwater South 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 South End Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Yāntái Detached Breakwater South 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.