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Suudo Lighthouse

Fl W 7s🇰🇷Tongyeong Area, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Suudo Lighthouse

The Suudo lighthouse stands as a 7-meter tall, round metal tower. Its distinctive structure features an orange metal post adorned with white bands. The light source is situated at a focal height of 16 meters, casting a white beam. This light emits a single flash every 7 seconds, providing a geographic range of 8 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 7s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
7s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 7s
Focal Height
16m
Geographic Range
8NM

Location

City
Tongyeong Area
Country
🇰🇷KR
Latitude
34.8314°
Longitude
128.1248°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white and orange
Material
metal

Structure: Orange metal post, white banded; 7. VENEZUELA 187

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M4321.4
NGA No.
17020
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Suudo Lighthouse at night?+
Suudo displays the characteristic Fl W 7s — 1 white flash every 7 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 Suudo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Suudo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Samcheonpo/Sacheon at 5.1 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include GOSEONG (12.1 NM NE), Junghwa (12.3 NM ESE), Tongyeong (14.4 NM E), Anjeong (16.7 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Suudo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Suudo 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 Suudo Lighthouse?+
Suudo 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 Suudo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Suudo 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.