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Manseo Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 10s🇰🇷Jodo-myeon, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Manseo Lighthouse

Also known as: Manseo (Man-so)

The Manseo Lighthouse is a round, concrete tower standing 14 meters tall, painted black with a single red horizontal band. It is situated on a reef about 2.5 kilometers northwest of the Gasado light station. The lighthouse emits a white flash every 10 seconds from a focal height of 16 meters, with a geographic range of 12.2 nautical miles. Access to the site is permitted, but the tower itself is closed to the public. The nearest port is Daebul/Yeongam-gun, located 19.6 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks a reef, providing navigation guidance northwest of the Gasado light station.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
16m
Geographic Range
12.2NM

Location

City
Jodo-myeon
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
South Jeolla
Sea Region
a reef about 2.5 km northwest of the Gasado light station, Country: KR
Latitude
34.5316°
Longitude
126.1042°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Daebul/Yeongam-gun(19.6 km)
Admiralty No.
M4234.8
NGA No.
17594

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
black with one red horizontal band
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower, painted black with one red horizontal band

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Manseo Lighthouse at night?+
Manseo displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 10s — 2 white flashes every 10 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 Manseo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Manseo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Mokpo at 18.9 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Songgong (18.9 NM NNE), Daebul/Yeongam-gun (20.9 NM NE), Galdoo (24.7 NM SE), Hwahungpo (31.1 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Manseo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Manseo 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 Manseo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Manseo 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.