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Gukhwado Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Yellow 6s🇰🇷Hwaseong-si, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Gukhwado Breakwater Lighthouse

This cylindrical concrete tower stands 12 meters tall on the northeast end of Gukhwado island. Painted yellow with white trim, it formerly featured red coloring. The structure includes a lantern and gallery. It emits a yellow light with a single flash every 6 seconds, visible for 11 nautical miles. The lighthouse is located at the end of a breakwater pier, marking its extremity. The site is accessible to the public, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: The lighthouse's yellow flash helps mariners identify the breakwater's end, aiding safe passage for vessels using the local shipping lanes.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Yellow 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Yellow
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl Y 6s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Construction & History

Significant events: painted yellow (formerly red)

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
yellow with white trim (formerly red)
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and gallery, painted yellow (formerly red) with white trim

Location

City
Hwaseong-si
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
Gyeonggi
Sea Region
end of a breakwater pier at the northeast end of Gukhwado
Latitude
37.0609°
Longitude
126.5599°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Dangjin(2.7 km)
Admiralty No.
M4162.75
NGA No.
17938.35
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Gukhwado Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Gukhwado Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl Yellow 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 yellow color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Gukhwado Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Gukhwado Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is DANGJIN at 2.4 NM to the W. Other ports served include Daesan/Seosan (8.9 NM WSW), Dangjin (12.1 NM ESE), Pyeongtaek (12.3 NM ESE), Taean-gun (17.6 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Gukhwado Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Gukhwado 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.
How can I track vessels near Gukhwado Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Gukhwado 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.