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Sihado Lighthouse

Fl White 12s🇰🇷KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Sihado Lighthouse

Also known as: Sihado (Chihado)

Sihado Lighthouse, established in 1907, is a cylindrical concrete tower standing 7.5 meters tall on a small island. It is situated about 16 kilometers southwest of Mokpo, marking the southern approach to the city. The structure includes a lantern and gallery, attached to a single-story concrete keeper's house. The lighthouse emits a white light with a 12-second cycle. Its focal height is 39 meters, providing a geographic range of 16.9 nautical miles. The island location is accessible only by boat, contributing to the station's isolation.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is important for maritime traffic navigating the southern approach to Mokpo. Its design shares similarities with the Mokpogu Light, indicating early 20th-century regional construction practices.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 12s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Fl W 12s
Focal Height
39m
Geographic Range
16.9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1907

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Daebul/Yeongam-gun(8.1 km)
Admiralty No.
M4220
NGA No.
17616
USCG No.
KR-3066

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7.5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower with lantern and gallery, attached to a 1-story concrete keeper's house

Location

Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
South Jeolla
Sea Region
small island on the southern approach to Mokpo, about 16 km southwest of the city
Latitude
34.6999°
Longitude
126.2410°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sihado Lighthouse at night?+
Sihado displays the characteristic Fl White 12s. 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 Sihado Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sihado Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Mokpo at 7 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Songgong (8.1 NM N), Daebul/Yeongam-gun (10 NM ENE), Galdoo (27.6 NM SSE), Hwahungpo (31.9 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sihado Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sihado 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 Sihado Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sihado 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.