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Zhágǎng Lighthouse

Fl Red 5s🇨🇳Minhang District, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Zhágǎng Lighthouse

This concrete, cylindrical lighthouse was built and first lit in 1959. It stands 13 meters tall, with its focal height also at 13 meters. The tower is painted with vertical red and white stripes and features a lantern and gallery. Located in Shanghai's Minhang District, it is situated on the east side of the Huángpǔ River estuary, approximately 35 kilometers south of downtown Shanghai. This position marks a right-angle bend in the river, within a coal loading facility.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is essential for guiding vessels around a sharp bend in the Huángpǔ River, a navigationally challenging point for commercial traffic.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl R 5s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1959

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Fengxian(5.2 km)
Admiralty No.
P3788.
NGA No.
P3788

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with vertical red and white stripes
Material
concrete

Structure: hexagonal cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and gallery, painted with vertical red and white stripes

Location

City
Minhang District
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Shanghai
Sea Region
Marks a right-angle bend in the Huángpǔ River, located in a coal loading facility on the east side of the estuary about 35 km south of downtown Shànghǎi.
Latitude
31.0176°
Longitude
121.4868°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Zhágǎng Lighthouse at night?+
Zhágǎng displays the characteristic Fl Red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Zhágǎng Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Zhágǎng Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is MINHANG at 4.6 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Fengxian (5.2 NM SSW), Nanqiao (5.2 NM SSW), Songjiang (12.2 NM W), Caojing (12.3 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Zhágǎng Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Zhágǎng 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 Zhágǎng Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Zhágǎng 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.