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Bieungdo Hang West Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Green 5s🇰🇷Gunsan-si, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Bieungdo Hang West Breakwater Lighthouse

Also known as: #Bieungdo Hang West Breakwater

A cylindrical concrete tower, 12 meters high, was erected in 2008 at the end of the east breakwater for a small boat harbor in Bieungdo. This structure, painted white and featuring a lantern and gallery with three ribs, emitted a green light. The original lighthouse was replaced between 2019 and 2020 during a period when the breakwater was shortened. The current light is a green flash every 5 seconds. The site is accessible to the public, but the tower remains closed.

Why it matters: The light marks the entrance to the Bieungdo small boat harbor, guiding local fishing and recreational vessels.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl G 5s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2008

Significant events: breakwater shortened 2019-20, lighthouse replaced

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower with three ribs, lantern and gallery

Location

City
Gunsan-si
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
Jeonbuk State
Sea Region
end of the east breakwater of a new small boat harbor at Bieungdo
Latitude
35.9383°
Longitude
126.5312°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Gunsan(3.5 km)
Admiralty No.
M4192.51
NGA No.
17756.7
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Bieungdo Hang West Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Bieungdo Hang West Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl Green 5s. 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Bieungdo Hang West Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Bieungdo Hang West Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Gunsan at 3.6 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Janghang/Seocheon-gun (8.6 NM ENE), Biin (11 NM NNW), Daecheon (22.8 NM N), Sangwangdeungdo (26 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Bieungdo Hang West Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Bieungdo Hang West 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.
How can I track vessels near Bieungdo Hang West Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Bieungdo Hang West 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.