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Wado Lighthouse

Fl W 5s🇰🇷Sacheon and Namhae Area, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Wado Lighthouse

The Wado Lighthouse is a white, round concrete tower that stands 33 meters high. Its light is positioned 19 meters above the focal plane. This structure emits a white light that flashes once every 5 seconds. The tower's construction utilizes concrete.

Why it matters: This lighthouse has a geographic range of 7 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 5s
Focal Height
19m
Geographic Range
7NM

Location

City
Sacheon and Namhae Area
Country
🇰🇷KR
Latitude
34.9398°
Longitude
127.8566°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
33m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: White round concrete tower; 33

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M4311.8
NGA No.
17046
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Wado Lighthouse at night?+
Wado displays the characteristic Fl W 5s — 1 white flash every 5 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 Wado Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Wado Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Samil at 5.7 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Gwangyang (7.6 NM WSW), Samcheonpo/Sacheon (11.6 NM E), Yeosu (15.1 NM SW), GOSEONG (23 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Wado Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Wado 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 Wado Lighthouse?+
Wado 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 Wado Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Wado 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.