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Busan South Inner Harbor Entrance West Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Green 5s🇰🇷Busan, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Busan South Inner Harbor Entrance West Breakwater Lighthouse

This cylindrical concrete tower, painted white, stands 12 meters tall and is located at the end of the west breakwater, marking the entrance to Busan's South Inner Harbor. It guides vessels with a green flashing light that completes its cycle every 5 seconds. The tower features a lantern and gallery, with its light positioned 14 meters above sea level. The lighthouse has a geographic range of 11.6 nautical miles and is situated 1.2 kilometers from the nearest port of Busan. This operational aid to navigation is constructed from concrete.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is essential for the safe passage of ships entering and exiting Busan's South Inner Harbor, a critical gateway for trade and transport in South Korea. It specifically marks the end of the west breakwater, preventing vessels from running aground or colliding with the harbor infrastructure.

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

Location

City
Busan
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Sea Region
Busan South Inner Harbor, at the entrance to the harbor, marking the end of the short west breakwater.
Latitude
35.0851°
Longitude
129.0337°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

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

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and gallery, painted white

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Busan(1.2 km)
Admiralty No.
M4366
NGA No.
16752
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Busan South Inner Harbor Entrance West Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Busan South Inner Harbor Entrance 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 Busan South Inner Harbor Entrance West Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Busan South Inner Harbor Entrance West Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Busan at 1 NM to the N. Other ports served include Gamcheon/Busan (1.7 NM W), Busanjin-Gu (4 NM NNE), South Busan (5.7 NM E), Busan New Port (11.6 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Busan South Inner Harbor Entrance West Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Busan South Inner Harbor Entrance 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.
What shipping routes pass near Busan South Inner Harbor Entrance West Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Busan South Inner Harbor Entrance West 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 Busan South Inner Harbor Entrance West Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Busan South Inner Harbor Entrance 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.