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Cheongsapo (Chongsapo, Haeundae) West Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Green 5s🇰🇷Busan, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Cheongsapo (Chongsapo, Haeundae) West Breakwater Lighthouse

This cylindrical concrete tower stands 17 meters tall and was completed in 2008. Painted white, its base features a mural. The lighthouse emits a green flash every 5 seconds from a focal height of 19 meters. It has a geographic range of 12.9 nautical miles. Situated on the west breakwater in Cheongsapo, Busan, this structure aids navigation in the area.

Why it matters: The lighthouse provides a clear green flash to mark the western edge of the breakwater, ensuring safe entry and exit for local fishing fleets and recreational boats using the Cheongsapo harbor.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl G 5s
Focal Height
19m
Geographic Range
12.9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2008

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Busan(7.9 km)
Admiralty No.
M4375.51
NGA No.
16724.21

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
17m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with a mural surrounding the base
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower with lantern and gallery, painted white with a mural surrounding the base

Location

City
Busan
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Sea Region
Cheongsapo, Haeundae, West Breakwater, South Korea
Latitude
35.1593°
Longitude
129.1916°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Cheongsapo (Chongsapo, Haeundae) West Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Cheongsapo (Chongsapo, Haeundae) 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 Cheongsapo (Chongsapo, Haeundae) West Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Cheongsapo (Chongsapo, Haeundae) West Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is South Busan at 5 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Busanjin-Gu (7 NM W), Busan (8.4 NM WSW), Gamcheon/Busan (10.5 NM WSW), Onsan/Ulsan (18.7 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Cheongsapo (Chongsapo, Haeundae) West Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Cheongsapo (Chongsapo, Haeundae) 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 Cheongsapo (Chongsapo, Haeundae) West Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Cheongsapo (Chongsapo, Haeundae) 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 Cheongsapo (Chongsapo, Haeundae) West Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Cheongsapo (Chongsapo, Haeundae) 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.