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Jadam Mal Lighthouse

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

Location & Light Range

About Jadam Mal Lighthouse

Also known as: Jadam Mal (Doseung, Adeulseom)

This concrete lighthouse stands 14 meters tall on a rock about 1.2 kilometers southwest of the Gamcheon Hang entrance. Operational since 2005, its cylindrical tower is painted yellow on the upper half and black on the lower half, with a gallery and lantern at the top. The light emits a single white flash every 15 seconds, visible for nearly 13 nautical miles. Its focal height reaches 19 meters above the water. The nearest port, Busan, is located 4.3 kilometers away.

Why it matters: Jadam Mal aids ships navigating the approach to the Gamcheon Hang entrance, helping them avoid rocky hazards near the Doseung peninsula.

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
19m
Geographic Range
12.9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2005

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Busan(4.3 km)
Admiralty No.
M4354.7
NGA No.
16769

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
upper half yellow, lower half black
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower with lantern and gallery; upper half of the lighthouse painted yellow, lower half black

Location

City
Busan
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Sea Region
a rock off the end of the Doseung peninsula, about 1.2 km southwest of the Gamcheon Hang entrance
Latitude
35.0430°
Longitude
128.9994°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Jadam Mal Lighthouse at night?+
Jadam Mal 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 Jadam Mal Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Jadam Mal Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Gamcheon/Busan at 2.4 NM to the N. Other ports served include Busan (4 NM NNE), Busanjin-Gu (6.9 NM NNE), South Busan (7.8 NM ENE), Busan New Port (9.9 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Jadam Mal Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Jadam Mal 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 Jadam Mal Lighthouse?+
Jadam Mal 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 Jadam Mal Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Jadam Mal 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.