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Gukhwado South Lighthouse

Fl (6) White 15s🇰🇷Hwaseong-si, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Gukhwado South Lighthouse

This round concrete lighthouse, built in 2006, stands 19 meters tall with its focal plane at 14 meters. Its structure features a yellow upper half and a black lower half. The light emits one white flash every 15 seconds. It is positioned on a reef south of Gukhwado island, near the Dangjin shore. This location is within the entrance to Dangjin and Pyeongtaek harbors.

Why it matters: The lighthouse marks a reef at the entrance to Dangjin and Pyeongtaek harbors, aiding safe passage for vessels.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (6) White 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
6 flashes
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl W 15s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2006

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Dangjin(2.3 km)
Admiralty No.
M4162.72
NGA No.
17938.3

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
19m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
yellow and lower half black
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower, upper half painted yellow and lower half black

Location

City
Hwaseong-si
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
Gyeonggi
Sea Region
a reef off the south end of Gukhwado, an island in the entrance to Dangjin and Pyeongtaek harbors, south of Ippado and close to the Dangjin shore
Latitude
37.0527°
Longitude
126.5498°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Gukhwado South Lighthouse at night?+
Gukhwado South displays the characteristic Fl (6) White 15s — 6 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 Gukhwado South Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Gukhwado South Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is DANGJIN at 2 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Daesan/Seosan (8.3 NM WSW), Dangjin (12.3 NM ESE), Pyeongtaek (12.7 NM ESE), Taean-gun (17 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Gukhwado South Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Gukhwado South 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 South Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Gukhwado South 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.