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Gwangam Lighthouse

Fl Red 5s🇰🇷KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Gwangam Lighthouse

Gwangam Lighthouse, a concrete cylindrical tower, was built in 2002 and stands 15 meters tall. It is situated on a skerry approximately 1 kilometer northwest of Hongwon harbor. The lighthouse emits a single red flash every 5 seconds from a focal height of 13 meters, with a geographic range of 11.3 nautical miles. The structure consists of a round concrete tower on a round concrete pier. While the site is accessible to the public, the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse warns vessels of the skerry it occupies, assisting safe navigation for ships approaching Hongwon harbor.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl R 5s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2002

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower centered on a round concrete pier

Location

Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
South Chungcheong
Sea Region
skerry about 1 km northwest of Hongwon harbor
Latitude
36.1639°
Longitude
126.5231°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Gunsan(10.7 km)
Admiralty No.
M4189.9
NGA No.
17803
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Gwangam Lighthouse at night?+
Gwangam 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 Gwangam Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Gwangam Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Biin at 3.4 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Daecheon (9.2 NM N), Gunsan (11.5 NM SSE), Janghang/Seocheon-gun (12.3 NM SE), Boryeong (14.3 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Gwangam Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Gwangam 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 Gwangam Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Gwangam 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.