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Uisin Township (Southeast Coast) Lighthouses Lighthouse

Fl Red 4s🇰🇷Uisin-myeon, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Uisin Township (Southeast Coast) Lighthouses Lighthouse

This cylindrical concrete lighthouse stands 8 meters tall with a focal height of 14 meters. Its exterior features a yellow upper section and a black lower half. The light emits a red signal, flashing once every 4 seconds. It is situated on South Korea's Southeast Coast, near Uisin-myeon. The site is accessible to the public, but the tower itself is closed to visitors. The nearest port is Wando, located 22.3 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse guides local fishing boats and commercial vessels along South Korea's busy southeast coast.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl R 4s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Location

City
Uisin-myeon
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
South Jeolla
Sea Region
Southeast Coast, KR
Latitude
34.3773°
Longitude
126.3080°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Wando(22.3 km)
Admiralty No.
M4278.6.
NGA No.
17544

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
yellow and lower half black
Material
concrete

Structure: round red concrete tower

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Uisin Township (Southeast Coast) Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Uisin Township (Southeast Coast) Lighthouses displays the characteristic Fl Red 4s. 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Uisin Township (Southeast Coast) Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Uisin Township (Southeast Coast) Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Galdoo at 11.3 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Hwahungpo (18.4 NM ESE), Wando-gun (22.8 NM E), Daebul/Yeongam-gun (23.2 NM NNE), Mokpo (23.5 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Uisin Township (Southeast Coast) Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Uisin Township (Southeast Coast) Lighthouses 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 Uisin Township (Southeast Coast) Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Uisin Township (Southeast Coast) Lighthouses 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.