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Huseo Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 5s🇰🇷Yeosu-si, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Huseo Lighthouse

Also known as: Huseo (Huso)

Huseo Lighthouse stands on a reef near the central east coast of Geumodo in South Korea's South Jeolla province. Completed in 1998, the lighthouse features a cylindrical concrete tower, 13 meters high, painted black with a red horizontal band. It is mounted on a round concrete pier and includes a double gallery. The light emits a white flash every five seconds. The site is accessible to visitors, but the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks a specific reef off Geumodo, aiding the safe passage of fishing vessels and other maritime traffic in this section of the Korean coast.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1998

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
black with a red horizontal band
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with double gallery, mounted on a round concrete pier

Location

City
Yeosu-si
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
South Jeolla
Sea Region
reef just off the central east coast of Geumodo
Latitude
34.5316°
Longitude
127.7830°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Yeosu(12.4 km)
Admiralty No.
M4307.75
NGA No.
17074.5
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Huseo Lighthouse at night?+
Huseo displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 5s — 2 white flashes every 5 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 Huseo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Huseo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Yeosu at 13.7 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Samil (20.1 NM N), Gwangyang (21.5 NM N), Samcheonpo/Sacheon (27.3 NM NNE), Narodo (27.8 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Huseo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Huseo 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 Huseo Lighthouse?+
Huseo 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 Huseo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Huseo 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.