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Ando Hang East Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl red 2.5s🇰🇷Yeosu-si, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Ando Hang East Breakwater Lighthouse

This concrete, octagonal cylindrical tower, standing 8 meters tall, was built in 1994 on the east breakwater of Ando harbor, near the southwestern end of Ando island. It features a red tower and emits a single red flash. The lighthouse has a focal height of 14 meters and a geographic range of 12 nautical miles. It guided vessels into the harbor for over two decades. The site remains open to the public, although the tower is closed.

Why it matters: The lighthouse ceased operations in 2020 due to a new bridge connecting Ando to Daemudo island, which altered traditional maritime routes.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl red 2.5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
red
Interval
2.5s
Raw Code
Fl.R
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
12NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1994

Significant events: deactivated 2020

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: octagonal cylindrical concrete tower

Location

City
Yeosu-si
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
South Jeolla
Sea Region
east breakwater of Ando harbor, near the southwestern end of Ando island
Latitude
34.4772°
Longitude
127.7971°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Yeosu(15.7 km)
Admiralty No.
M4307.4
NGA No.
17069
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ando Hang East Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Ando Hang East Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl red 2.5s. 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Ando Hang East Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ando Hang East Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Yeosu at 17 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Samil (23.4 NM N), Gwangyang (24.8 NM N), Narodo (27.7 NM WSW), Samcheonpo/Sacheon (29.7 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ando Hang East Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ando Hang East Breakwater 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 Ando Hang East Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Ando Hang East Breakwater Lighthouse is located within the Japan / Korea shipping lane — a busy shipping corridor linking the major ports of Japan and South Korea. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Ando Hang East Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ando Hang East Breakwater 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.