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Daldo Lighthouse

Fl Red 6s🇰🇷KROperational

Daldo Lighthouse is a cylindrical concrete tower painted red, standing 11 meters tall. Its light is positioned 8 meters above sea level and emits a red flash every 6 seconds. This structure is situated in a narrow strait approximately 800 meters southwest of the Wando Bridge, separating Wando island from the mainland. The lighthouse's geographic range covers 9.7 nautical miles. While the site can be accessed, the tower itself is closed to the public.

Why it matters: Daldo Lighthouse guides vessels through the narrow strait separating Wando from the mainland, a waterway that experiences significant vessel traffic.

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl R 6s
Focal Height
8m
Geographic Range
9.7NM
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
South Jeolla
Sea Region
narrow strait separating the northwestern end of Wando from the mainland, about 800 m southwest of the Wando Bridge
Latitude
34.3894°
Longitude
126.6475°
Nearest Port
Wando(6.8 km)
Admiralty No.
M4280.71.
NGA No.
KR-2584
Tower Height
11m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower

Open to public
Site open, tower closed
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How do mariners identify Daldo Lighthouse at night?+
Daldo displays the characteristic Fl Red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Daldo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Daldo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Hwahungpo at 5.5 NM to the S. Other ports served include Wando-gun (7 NM SE), Galdoo (8.4 NM SW), Shinma (10.4 NM ENE), Daebul/Yeongam-gun (24.1 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Daldo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Daldo 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 Daldo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Daldo 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.