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Hamgumi Lighthouse

Fl White 6s🇰🇷Yeosu-si, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Hamgumi Lighthouse

Hamgumi Lighthouse, built in 2000, stands as a cylindrical concrete tower on the northwestern tip of Geumodo. Painted white, the 11-meter structure features a double gallery. Its light is visible for 11.3 nautical miles. The lighthouse emits a white flash every 6 seconds. This facility is located approximately 11.9 kilometers from the nearest port, Yeosu.

Why it matters: Hamgumi guides vessels around Geumodo's northwestern point, a critical location for local fishing fleets and recreational boats navigating the complex coastal waters.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl W 6s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2000

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Yeosu(11.9 km)
Admiralty No.
M4307.05
NGA No.
17226

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with double gallery, painted white

Location

City
Yeosu-si
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
South Jeolla
Sea Region
northwestern tip of Geumodo
Latitude
34.5391°
Longitude
127.6967°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Hamgumi Lighthouse at night?+
Hamgumi displays the characteristic Fl White 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Hamgumi Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Hamgumi Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Yeosu at 12.2 NM to the N. Other ports served include Samil (20.1 NM NNE), Gwangyang (20.8 NM N), Narodo (24 NM WSW), Nokdongsin (27.9 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Hamgumi Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Hamgumi 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 Hamgumi Lighthouse?+
Hamgumi 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 Hamgumi Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Hamgumi 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.