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Zhōng Jùn Lighthouse

Fl (3) Yellow 12s🇨🇳Zhuqiao, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Zhōng Jùn Lighthouse

Built in 1994, this bright yellow, concrete skeletal tower measures 9 meters in height. It is set on a concrete pier located on a shoal, on the south side of the Náncáo entrance to the Yangtze River, approximately 5 kilometers from the coast. The structure is 16 kilometers southeast of the Shanghai entrance and incorporates tide gauging apparatus. The light emits a single yellow flash every 12 seconds, with a geographic range of 10 nautical miles.

Why it matters: The Zhōng Jùn lighthouse marks the shoal it occupies, assisting safe transit into the busy Náncáo entrance of the Yangtze River. Its integrated tide gauging equipment also supplies data for maritime safety and port operations.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) Yellow 12s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Yellow
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Fl Y 12s
Focal Height
9m
Geographic Range
10NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1994

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Nanhui(9.3 km)
Admiralty No.
P3767
NGA No.
18816

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
bright yellow
Material
concrete

Structure: rectangular skeletal tower, mounted on a concrete pier and carrying an enclosed lantern-like structure that houses tide gauging equipment

Location

City
Zhuqiao
Country
🇨🇳China
Sea Region
Located on a shoal on the south side of the Náncáo entrance to the Yangtze, about 5 km offshore and 16 km southeast of the Shànghǎi entrance.
Latitude
31.1109°
Longitude
121.9053°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Zhōng Jùn Lighthouse at night?+
Zhōng Jùn displays the characteristic Fl (3) Yellow 12s — 3 yellow flashes every 12 seconds. 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 yellow color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Zhōng Jùn Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Zhōng Jùn Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Nanhui at 9.3 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Xinchang (9.3 NM WSW), Shanghai Pt (21.4 NM NW), Pudong/Shanghai (22.1 NM WNW), Shanghai (22.9 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Zhōng Jùn Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Zhōng Jùn 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 Zhōng Jùn Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Zhōng Jùn 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.