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Balsan South Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Red 4s🇰🇷Pohang-si, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Balsan South Breakwater Lighthouse

This red, cylindrical concrete tower stands 10 meters tall and is 12 meters above sea level. It emits a red flash every 4 seconds and has a geographic range of 11 nautical miles. The structure is located on the south breakwater of a small boat harbor on the west side of the Homigot Peninsula, near Pohang-si. The site is accessible to the public, but the tower is closed.

Why it matters: This light guides local fishing boats and recreational craft into the small boat harbor on the Homigot Peninsula, helping to prevent groundings and collisions.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl R 4s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Location

City
Pohang-si
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
North Gyeongsang
Sea Region
small boat harbor on the west side of the Homigot Peninsula
Latitude
36.0316°
Longitude
129.5036°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Pohang(2.2 km)
Admiralty No.
M4408.5
NGA No.
16642.5

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower, painted red

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Balsan South Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Balsan South Breakwater 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 Balsan South Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Balsan South Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Guryongpo at 3.7 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Sinhang/Pohang (3.8 NM NE), Pohang (4.8 NM W), Ganggu (20 NM NNW), Mipo/Ulsan (31.1 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Balsan South Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Balsan South Breakwater 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 Balsan South Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Balsan South Breakwater 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 Balsan South Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Balsan South Breakwater 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.