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Danggeum Hang North Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Red 5s🇰🇷Tongyeong-si, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Danggeum Hang North Breakwater Lighthouse

Also known as: Maemuldo

A cylindrical concrete tower 8 meters high stands at 14 meters above sea level on the north breakwater at Danggeum Harbor. This active light emits a red flash every 5 seconds. The lighthouse guides vessels toward Danggeum Harbor on Maemuldo Island, located off the southern coast of South Korea. The tower, painted white, is a round concrete structure. While the surrounding site is accessible to the public, the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This light is important for safe navigation into Danggeum Harbor for local fishing boats and ferries.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl R 5s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Location

City
Tongyeong-si
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
South Gyeongsang
Latitude
34.6488°
Longitude
128.5751°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Geoje(12.0 km)
Admiralty No.
M4334.2
NGA No.
16873
ARLHS No.
SKR-026

Tower & Structure

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

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Danggeum Hang North Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Danggeum Hang North Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl Red 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 Danggeum Hang North Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Danggeum Hang North Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kukdo at 9.9 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Geoje (12.1 NM N), Junghwa (13.1 NM NW), Tongyeong (13.6 NM NW), Okpo/Geoje (16 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Danggeum Hang North Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Danggeum Hang North 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 Danggeum Hang North Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Danggeum Hang North 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 Danggeum Hang North Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Danggeum Hang North 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.