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Hwangdalseo Lighthouse

Fl (6) White 15s🇰🇷Amtae, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Hwangdalseo Lighthouse

This cylindrical concrete tower stands 15 meters tall, with its upper half painted yellow and its lower half black. Situated on a shoal about 2.5 kilometers east of the Amtaedo lighthouse, its focal plane is 12 meters above the water. The lighthouse emits a white light with a single flash every 15 seconds, visible for 11 nautical miles. Access to the site is permitted, but the tower itself is closed to the public. Its nearest port is Mokpo, 11.2 kilometers away.

Why it matters: The Hwangdalseo lighthouse warns mariners of the shoal it marks, aiding safe passage through this coastal area of South Korea.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (6) White 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
6 flashes
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl W 15s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Location

City
Amtae
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
South Jeolla
Sea Region
shoal about 2.5 km east of the Amtaedo lighthouse
Latitude
34.8629°
Longitude
126.1647°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Mokpo(11.2 km)
Admiralty No.
M4215.9.
NGA No.
M4215.9

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
yellow and lower half black
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower, upper half painted yellow and lower half black

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Type
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Hwangdalseo Lighthouse at night?+
Hwangdalseo displays the characteristic Fl (6) White 15s — 6 white flashes every 15 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 Hwangdalseo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Hwangdalseo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Songgong at 3.1 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Mokpo (11.1 NM ESE), Daebul/Yeongam-gun (14.9 NM ESE), Daeheuksando (37.6 NM WSW), Galdoo (38 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Hwangdalseo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Hwangdalseo 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 Hwangdalseo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Hwangdalseo 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.