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Deogam Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 10s🇰🇷KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Deogam Lighthouse

This 8-meter cylindrical concrete tower, identified by its red exterior with thin white horizontal stripes, is located on a reef near the Mongsanpo harbor in South Korea's western Taean region. It rests upon a circular concrete base. The light characteristic is a single white flash occurring every 10 seconds, with a geographic range of 11.3 nautical miles. Visitors can access the site, but entry into the tower is restricted. Taean-gun port lies 15.3 kilometers from this location.

Why it matters: The light serves as a navigation aid, marking the harbor entrance for fishing vessels and other small craft navigating the reef area.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Location

Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
South Chungcheong
Sea Region
reef off the small harbor of Mongsanpo in western Taean
Latitude
36.6628°
Longitude
126.2630°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Taean-gun(15.3 km)
Admiralty No.
M4184.25.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red with narrow white horizontal bands
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower, painted black with a red horizontal band, mounted on a round concrete pier

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Deogam Lighthouse at night?+
Deogam displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 10s — 2 white flashes every 10 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 Deogam Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Deogam Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Taean-gun at 15.4 NM to the N. Other ports served include Boryeong (19 NM SSE), Daesan/Seosan (21.9 NM NNE), Daecheon (23.7 NM SSE), DANGJIN (26.8 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Deogam Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Deogam 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 Deogam Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Deogam 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.