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Madangyeo Lighthouse

Fl Green 4s🇰🇷Mokpo-si, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Madangyeo Lighthouse

Madangyeo Lighthouse is a cylindrical concrete tower standing 24 meters tall, painted green. It is located on a shoal in the Yeongsan River, near Mokpo-si, South Korea. The lighthouse emits a green light with a single flash every four seconds, visible for 13.2 nautical miles. The site is accessible by boat, though the tower itself remains closed to visitors. Its nearest port is Daebul/Yeongam-gun, 1.7 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for mariners navigating the Yeongsan River, specifically warning them of a hazardous shoal and helping to delineate safe channels.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl G 4s
Focal Height
20m
Geographic Range
13.2NM

Location

City
Mokpo-si
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
South Jeolla
Sea Region
shoal in the Yeongsan River
Latitude
34.7842°
Longitude
126.4096°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Daebul/Yeongam-gun(1.7 km)
Admiralty No.
M4218.15
NGA No.
17628.8

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
24m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
green
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Madangyeo Lighthouse at night?+
Madangyeo displays the characteristic Fl Green 4s. 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Madangyeo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Madangyeo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Daebul/Yeongam-gun at 2.4 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Mokpo (2.8 NM WSW), Songgong (10 NM WNW), Galdoo (29.5 NM S), Shinma (30.3 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Madangyeo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Madangyeo 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 Madangyeo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Madangyeo 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.