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Baedaseo Lighthouse

Fl White 6s🇰🇷Yeosu-si, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Baedaseo Lighthouse

The Baedaseo Lighthouse, built in 2007, stands on a shoal approximately five kilometers east of Geumodo. This cylindrical concrete tower, measuring 10 meters in height, has its upper half painted black and its lower half yellow. It rests on a round concrete pier and features a double gallery. At a focal height of 13 meters, it emits a single white flash every six seconds, visible for 11.3 nautical miles. The site is accessible to visitors, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks a specific shoal east of Geumodo, aiding in the prevention of groundings and guiding vessels through a potentially hazardous area.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl W 6s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2007

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
Upper half black, lower half yellow
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with double gallery, mounted on a round concrete pier

Location

City
Yeosu-si
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
South Jeolla
Sea Region
shoal about 5 km east of Geumodo
Latitude
34.5329°
Longitude
127.8071°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Yeosu(12.6 km)
Admiralty No.
M4307.78.
NGA No.
M4307.78
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Baedaseo Lighthouse at night?+
Baedaseo displays the characteristic Fl White 6s. 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 Baedaseo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Baedaseo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Yeosu at 14.2 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Samil (20.1 NM N), Gwangyang (21.6 NM NNW), Samcheonpo/Sacheon (26.6 NM NNE), Narodo (29 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Baedaseo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Baedaseo 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 Baedaseo Lighthouse?+
Baedaseo 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 Baedaseo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Baedaseo 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.