It is located underground in Tianhe District.

[1] The station was originally named Shuiyin Road Station[2] at the beginning of Line 6 planning, and was later officially named Shaheding.

Due to the impact of the site environment and the demolition of Guangdong University of Technology, the station plan has been adjusted twice.

[3] On 22 October 2010, the main structure of the station was topped out.

[3] On 28 December 2013, the station was put into use with the opening of Line 6 trial operation.