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Yuányǔ Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇨🇳CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Yuányǔ Lighthouse

Also known as: Yuányǔ (Fu Yu)

Yuányǔ Lighthouse is a cylindrical concrete tower standing 8 meters tall. It features a round white structure with a gallery. The lighthouse emits a white flash every 5 seconds. It is located on a small islet south of Hǎishāndǎo, with the nearest port being Sanbaimen, 6.4 kilometers away. Its construction material is concrete, and it remains operational.

Why it matters: This lighthouse warns vessels of small islets and submerged hazards near Hǎishāndǎo, aiding safe passage through this difficult coastal area.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s

Location

Country
🇨🇳CN
Latitude
23.4944°
Longitude
116.9865°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Material
concrete

Structure: round white concrete tower with gallery

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Sanbaimen(6.4 km)
Admiralty No.
P3587.6.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Yuányǔ Lighthouse at night?+
Yuányǔ displays the characteristic Fl White 5s. 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 Yuányǔ Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Yuányǔ Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Nanao Pt at 3.9 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Chaozhou (7.8 NM ENE), Zhelin (8.2 NM NE), Sanbaimen (9.1 NM NE), Raoping (10.4 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Yuányǔ Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Yuányǔ 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 Yuányǔ Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Yuányǔ 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.