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Bakkatsodangyeo Lighthouse

Fl (9) White 15s🇰🇷Tongyeong-si, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Bakkatsodangyeo Lighthouse

This concrete cylindrical tower, standing 9 meters tall with a focal height of 11 meters, was established in 2021. It is painted yellow and features a distinct black horizontal band. The lighthouse is situated on a reef approximately 300 meters west of the Naehang Hang Breakwater. Its light emits a single white flash every 15 seconds, visible for a geographic range of 10.7 nautical miles. While the site is accessible to visitors arriving by boat, the tower itself is closed to the public.

Why it matters: The lighthouse marks a specific reef west of the Naehang Hang Breakwater, alerting vessels to a submerged hazard.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (9) White 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
9 flashes
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl W 15s
Focal Height
11m
Geographic Range
10.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2021

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
yellow with a black horizontal band
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower painted yellow with a black horizontal band

Location

City
Tongyeong-si
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
South Gyeongsang
Sea Region
a reef about 300 m west of the Naehang Hang Breakwater, Country: KR
Latitude
34.7315°
Longitude
128.4615°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Tongyeong(6.5 km)
Admiralty No.
M4331.518.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Bakkatsodangyeo Lighthouse at night?+
Bakkatsodangyeo displays the characteristic Fl (9) White 15s — 9 white flashes every 15 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. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Bakkatsodangyeo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Bakkatsodangyeo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Junghwa at 5.6 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Tongyeong (6.6 NM NNW), Geoje (9.3 NM NE), Kukdo (12 NM S), Gohyeon/Geoje (12.5 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Bakkatsodangyeo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Bakkatsodangyeo 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 Bakkatsodangyeo Lighthouse?+
Bakkatsodangyeo 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 Bakkatsodangyeo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Bakkatsodangyeo 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.