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Zhènhǎijiǎo Range Rear Lighthouse

Fl White 1.5s🇨🇳Longhai District, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Zhènhǎijiǎo Range Rear Lighthouse

The Zhènhǎijiǎo Range Rear light, built in 1980, is a 9.5-meter cylindrical concrete tower painted white with a red gallery rail. Its focal height reaches 47.5 meters above sea level. This light emits a single white flash every 1.5 seconds and has a geographic range of 18.3 nautical miles. It is situated near Cape Zhenhai, serving as the rear component of a navigational range system. The nearest port, Zhangzhou, is approximately 10 kilometers away.

Why it matters: As the rear light in a range system, Zhènhǎijiǎo Range Rear provides precise alignment for vessels navigating the waters off Cape Zhenhai, guiding them through designated channels.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 1.5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
1.5s
Raw Code
Fl W 1.5s
Focal Height
47.5m
Geographic Range
18.3NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1980

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Zhangzhou(10.0 km)
Admiralty No.
P3606.51.
NGA No.
CN-3197

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9.5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with a red gallery rail
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower with gallery, covered with white tile; the gallery rail is red

Location

City
Longhai District
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Fujian
Sea Region
Cape Zhenhai, serving as a rear range light
Latitude
24.2700°
Longitude
118.1374°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Zhènhǎijiǎo Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Zhènhǎijiǎo Range Rear displays the characteristic Fl White 1.5s. 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 Zhènhǎijiǎo Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Zhènhǎijiǎo Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Zhangzhou at 9.8 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Xiamen (11 NM N), Haicang, Xiamen (11.5 NM NNW), KINMEN (12.3 NM NE), Xiamen (14.9 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Zhènhǎijiǎo Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Zhènhǎijiǎo Range Rear 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 Zhènhǎijiǎo Range Rear Lighthouse?+
Zhènhǎijiǎo Range Rear 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 Zhènhǎijiǎo Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Zhènhǎijiǎo Range Rear 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.