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Somaemuldo Lighthouse

Fl W 13s🇰🇷Tongyeong Area, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Somaemuldo Lighthouse

This lighthouse features a round, white concrete tower that stands on concrete piles and incorporates a metal framework. Its white light emits a single flash every 13 seconds. The structure also serves as a tide gauge station. It is currently temporarily extinguished.

Why it matters: With a focal height of 91 meters, the light has a geographic range of 26 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 13s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
13s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 13s
Focal Height
91m
Geographic Range
26NM

Location

City
Tongyeong Area
Country
🇰🇷KR
Latitude
34.6234°
Longitude
128.5473°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: Metal framework tower, concrete piles. TIDE GAUGE STATION. Temporarily extinguished

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M4332
NGA No.
16872
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Somaemuldo Lighthouse at night?+
Somaemuldo displays the characteristic Fl W 13s — 1 white flash every 13 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 Somaemuldo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Somaemuldo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kukdo at 7.8 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Junghwa (13.1 NM NW), Geoje (13.7 NM N), Tongyeong (14.2 NM NNW), Gohyeon/Geoje (17.7 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Somaemuldo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Somaemuldo 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 Somaemuldo Lighthouse?+
Somaemuldo 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 Somaemuldo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Somaemuldo 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.