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Saramal Lighthouse

Fl W 9s🇰🇷Uljin Area (North Gyeongsang), KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Saramal Lighthouse

The Saramal Lighthouse is a 59-meter-tall, round metal tower painted white with red bands. Its light has a focal height of 18 meters above sea level. The lighthouse emits a white light that flashes once every 9 seconds. The tower's geographic range extends for 19 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 9s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
9s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 9s
Focal Height
18m
Geographic Range
19NM

Location

City
Uljin Area (North Gyeongsang)
Country
🇰🇷KR
Latitude
35.9910°
Longitude
129.5673°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
59m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white and red
Material
metal

Structure: White metal tower, red banded; 59

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M4404
NGA No.
16656
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Saramal Lighthouse at night?+
Saramal displays the characteristic Fl W 9s — 1 white flash every 9 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 Saramal Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Saramal Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Guryongpo at 1 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Sinhang/Pohang (5.6 NM N), Pohang (7.9 NM W), Ganggu (23.3 NM NNW), Mipo/Ulsan (29.2 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Saramal Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Saramal 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 Saramal Lighthouse?+
Saramal 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 Saramal Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Saramal 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.