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Heugeodo Lighthouse

Fl White 6s🇰🇷Seosan-si, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Heugeodo Lighthouse

Also known as: Heugeodo (Heukeodo)

This white, cylindrical concrete tower, standing 17 meters tall, was constructed in 2003. It features a gallery and emits a white flash every six seconds. The focal height of the light is 14 meters, providing a geographic range of 11.6 nautical miles. The lighthouse is located on the northern point of an island near Daesan harbor. Its nearest port is Daesan, approximately 1.1 kilometers away.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is important for the shipping lanes leading to and from Daesan harbor, guiding vessels around the island's northern point.

Light & Optic

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

Construction & History

Year Built
2003

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Daesan(1.1 km)
Admiralty No.
M4156.67.
NGA No.
M4156.67

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
17m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round white concrete tower with gallery

Location

City
Seosan-si
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
South Chungcheong
Sea Region
island off Daesan harbor, northern point
Latitude
37.0267°
Longitude
126.3871°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Heugeodo Lighthouse at night?+
Heugeodo 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 Heugeodo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Heugeodo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Daesan/Seosan at 0.7 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include DANGJIN (6.2 NM ENE), Taean-gun (9.7 NM SW), Dangjin (19.3 NM E), Pyeongtaek (20 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Heugeodo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Heugeodo 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 Heugeodo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Heugeodo 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.