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Sampo Lighthouse

Iso W 6s🇨🇳North Korea, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Sampo Lighthouse

The Sampo lighthouse is a 26-meter hexagonal brick tower with white and black banding. Its focal plane reaches 62 meters above sea level. The light displays a white flash every 3 seconds. The NGA list number is 18168, and the Admiralty number is M4107. This structure is operational and has a geographic range of 5 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso W 6s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl.W.R.G. period 3s
Focal Height
62m
Geographic Range
5NM

Location

City
North Korea
Country
🇨🇳CN
Latitude
39.9309°
Longitude
124.3264°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
26m
Tower Shape
hexagonal
Tower Color
white and black
Material
brick

Structure: White quadrilateral latticed tower, black banded; 26

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M4107
NGA No.
18168
ARLHS No.
NKR-029
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sampo Lighthouse at night?+
Sampo displays the characteristic Iso W 6s — 1 white flash every 6 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 Sampo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sampo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Dandong at 4.4 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Donggang (9.3 NM WSW), Dandong (12.3 NM N), Garberville (26.2 NM WNW), Dalu Island (30.5 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sampo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sampo 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 Sampo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sampo 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.