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Hwamomal Lighthouse

Fl W 7s🇰🇷Uljin Area (North Gyeongsang), KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Hwamomal Lighthouse

This concrete lighthouse stands in the Uljin Area of North Gyeongsang. Its round tower is painted black with distinctive red bands. A white light emanates from the structure, exhibiting a single flash every 7 seconds. The lighthouse has a focal height of 48 meters above sea level.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 7s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
7s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 7s
Focal Height
48m
Geographic Range
11NM

Location

City
Uljin Area (North Gyeongsang)
Country
🇰🇷KR
Latitude
36.7674°
Longitude
129.4763°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
black and red
Material
concrete

Structure: Black tower, red banded

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M4431
NGA No.
16568
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Hwamomal Lighthouse at night?+
Hwamomal displays the characteristic Fl W 7s — 1 white flash every 7 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.
Which ports and harbors does Hwamomal Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Hwamomal Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Hupo at 6.2 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Ganggu (25.5 NM S), Hosan (25.6 NM NNW), Sinhang/Pohang (41.2 NM S), Samcheok (42.4 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Hwamomal Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Hwamomal 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 Hwamomal Lighthouse?+
Hwamomal 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 Hwamomal Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Hwamomal 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.