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Zhànjiāng Pier 205 Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇨🇳Zhanjiang City, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Zhànjiāng Pier 205 Lighthouse

This hexagonal steel and fiberglass tower stands 10 meters tall, with its focal plane at 16.5 meters. It is painted white with a red vertical stripe on the range line. The light emits a single white flash every 10 seconds and has a geographic range of 12.3 nautical miles. Located on the south end of a pier at a large oil terminal on the south side of downtown Zhànjiāng, it is situated near the port of Xiahai, 3.7 kilometers away. The structure's design emphasizes its practical purpose within the industrial port environment.

Why it matters: This navigational aid is essential for the safe passage of large oil tankers accessing the significant oil terminal in Zhànjiāng, marking the southern end of the pier.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
16.5m
Geographic Range
12.3NM

Location

City
Zhanjiang City
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Guangdong
Sea Region
South end of a pier at a large oil terminal on the south side of downtown Zhànjiāng.
Latitude
21.1124°
Longitude
110.4128°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
hexagonal
Tower Color
white with a red vertical stripe on the range line
Material
steel, fiberglass

Structure: steel and fiberglass tower colored with red and white horizontal bands

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Xiahai(3.7 km)
Admiralty No.
P3381.55.
NGA No.
20048
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Zhànjiāng Pier 205 Lighthouse at night?+
Zhànjiāng Pier 205 displays the characteristic Fl White 10s. 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 Zhànjiāng Pier 205 Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Zhànjiāng Pier 205 Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Zhanjiang Pt at 5.2 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include ZHANJIANG (5.3 NM NE), Taiping (14.6 NM WSW), Naozhou (15.1 NM SE), Beitan (17.8 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Zhànjiāng Pier 205 Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Zhànjiāng Pier 205 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 Zhànjiāng Pier 205 Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Zhànjiāng Pier 205 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.