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Yong'an Main Breakwater Outer Lighthouse

Fl Red 4s🇹🇼TWOperational

Location & Light Range

About Yong'an Main Breakwater Outer Lighthouse

Yong'an Main Breakwater Outer, a red, octagonal concrete tower, reaches 21 meters in height. Its light is situated 28 meters above sea level, showing a red flash every four seconds (Fl R 4s). Located at the seaward end of the extended south main breakwater, it is positioned within Yong'an commercial harbor. This structure, built from concrete, extends about 0.8 kilometers from shore.

Why it matters: This navigation aid marks the conclusion of the main breakwater, assisting commercial vessels navigating into and out of Yong'an Harbor.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl R 4s
Focal Height
28m
Geographic Range
14.9NM

Location

Country
🇹🇼Taiwan
Sea Region
Yong'an commercial harbor, Taiwan, at the end of the extended main (south) breakwater.
Latitude
22.8086°
Longitude
120.1985°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
21m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: octagonal concrete tower

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Yung An(0.8 km)
Admiralty No.
P4626.4
NGA No.
13825.1
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Yong'an Main Breakwater Outer Lighthouse at night?+
Yong'an Main Breakwater Outer 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 Yong'an Main Breakwater Outer Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Yong'an Main Breakwater Outer Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is YUNG AN at 0.2 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include An Ping (10.4 NM N), Tainan (11.4 NM N), Kaohsiung (15 NM SSE), Budai (33.9 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Yong'an Main Breakwater Outer Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Yong'an Main Breakwater Outer 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.
What shipping routes pass near Yong'an Main Breakwater Outer Lighthouse?+
Yong'an Main Breakwater Outer Lighthouse is located within the Taiwan Strait — a major shipping corridor in East Asia connecting the East and South China Seas. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Yong'an Main Breakwater Outer Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Yong'an Main Breakwater Outer 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.