Zhongkuidao Lighthouse

Fl (4) W 10s🇨🇳Daishan Islands, Zhejiang, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Zhongkuidao Lighthouse

Zhongkuidao Lighthouse is a white, round concrete tower situated on the Daishan Islands in Zhejiang province. Standing 48 meters tall, its focal height reaches 107 meters above sea level. The light emits four white flashes in a 10-second cycle. Additionally, the structure is equipped with a RACON signal operating on 3 cm wavelength, identified by the Morse code Q. This navigational aid has a geographic range of 10 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (4) W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
4 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl.(4)W. period 10s
Focal Height
107m
Geographic Range
10NM

Location

City
Daishan Islands, Zhejiang
Country
🇨🇳CN
Latitude
30.4379°
Longitude
122.9348°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
48m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: White round concrete tower; 48. RACON Q(– – • –) (3 cm)

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
P3730
NGA No.
18902
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Zhongkuidao Lighthouse at night?

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Zhongkuidao displays the characteristic Fl (4) W 10s — 4 white flashes every 10 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.

Which ports and harbors does Zhongkuidao Lighthouse guide vessels into?

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Zhongkuidao Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Lü-hua Shan at 27.1 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Maji Shan (29.4 NM WNW), Yangshan (46.6 NM WNW), Yangshan (46.6 NM WNW), CJK (47.4 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.

Is Zhongkuidao Lighthouse still active and maintained?

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Yes, Zhongkuidao 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 Zhongkuidao Lighthouse?

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You can track vessels near Zhongkuidao 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.

What is the Zhongkuidao lighthouse used for?

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It is a fixed navigational aid on the coast at Daishan Islands, Zhejiang, CN. Mariners identify it by its light characteristic — the pattern, colour and timing of its flashes — which is unique among the lights in its area, so a bearing on it fixes a vessel’s position without instruments.