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Monghado Lighthouse

Fl White 4s🇰🇷KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Monghado Lighthouse

Monghado Lighthouse, established in 1987, marks the entrance to the Yeongsan River estuary and the inner harbor of Mokpo. The present structure, built in 2004, is a 15-meter cylindrical concrete tower topped with a sculpture of a crane. The white light, which flashes once every 4 seconds, is situated at the bird's head. This distinctive artistic design makes the lighthouse a memorable landmark for vessels entering the port. The lighthouse has a geographic range of 15.3 nautical miles.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is important for safe navigation into the Port of Mokpo, specifically marking the entrance to the Yeongsan River estuary.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl W 4s
Focal Height
30m
Geographic Range
15.3NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2004

Significant events: station established 1987

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Daebul/Yeongam-gun(0.5 km)
Admiralty No.
M4218
NGA No.
17628

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: (?) sculpture of a crane mounted atop a round white concrete tower; the light is atop the bird's head

Location

Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
South Jeolla
Sea Region
entrance to the Yeongsan River estuary, inner harbor of Mokpo
Latitude
34.7692°
Longitude
126.3787°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Monghado Lighthouse at night?+
Monghado displays the characteristic Fl White 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Monghado Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Monghado Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Mokpo at 1 NM to the W. Other ports served include Daebul/Yeongam-gun (2.9 NM ESE), Songgong (8.9 NM WNW), Galdoo (29 NM SSE), Shinma (30.8 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Monghado Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Monghado 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 Monghado Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Monghado 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.