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Jeongdongjin Dan Lighthouse

Fl W 8s🇰🇷Gangneung Area (Southern Gangwon), KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Jeongdongjin Dan Lighthouse

This lighthouse features a round concrete tower painted white, standing 33 meters high. It is situated in the Gangneung Area, specifically Southern Gangwon. The structure emits a single white flash every 8 seconds. Its light has a geographic range of 22 nautical miles, though this may be temporarily reduced to 12 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 8s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 8s
Focal Height
89m
Geographic Range
22NM

Location

City
Gangneung Area (Southern Gangwon)
Country
🇰🇷KR
Latitude
37.6733°
Longitude
129.0542°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
33m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: White round concrete tower; 33. AIS (MMSI No 994403804). Range temporarily 12M

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M4449.5
NGA No.
16452
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Jeongdongjin Dan Lighthouse at night?+
Jeongdongjin Dan displays the characteristic Fl W 8s — 1 white flash every 8 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 Jeongdongjin Dan Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Jeongdongjin Dan Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Okgye/Gangneung at 3 NM to the S. Other ports served include Mukho/Donghae (8.2 NM SSE), Tonghae (8.7 NM SSE), Bupyong/Incheon (11.1 NM SSE), Donghae (11.5 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Jeongdongjin Dan Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Jeongdongjin Dan 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 Jeongdongjin Dan Lighthouse?+
Jeongdongjin Dan 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 Jeongdongjin Dan Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Jeongdongjin Dan 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.