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Chiram Detached Breakwater South End Lighthouse

Fl Red 4s🇰🇷Busan, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Chiram Detached Breakwater South End Lighthouse

Also known as: Chiram Detached Breakwater South End (Seagull Lighthouse)

A slender, round, cylindrical concrete tower, painted red, was constructed in 2014. The structure reaches 8 meters in height, with its light situated 10.97 meters above the water. This lighthouse emits a red flash every 4 seconds, offering a visibility range of 10.7 nautical miles. It is located at the southern end of a detached breakwater near Busan, South Korea.

Why it matters: This structure marks the southern end of the Chiram detached breakwater, serving as a navigation aid for ships in the vicinity.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl R 4s
Focal Height
10.9728m
Geographic Range
10.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2014

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Ulsan(14.1 km)
Admiralty No.
M4377.541.
NGA No.
KR-1439.32

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: slender round cylindrical concrete tower, painted red

Location

City
Busan
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
Gijang-gun
Sea Region
south end of a short detached breakwater at Chiram
Latitude
35.3005°
Longitude
129.2622°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Chiram Detached Breakwater South End Lighthouse at night?+
Chiram Detached Breakwater South End 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 Chiram Detached Breakwater South End Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Chiram Detached Breakwater South End Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Onsan/Ulsan at 9.6 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Busanjin-Gu (13.8 NM SW), Ulsan (14 NM NNE), South Busan (14.2 NM SSW), Mipo/Ulsan (15.4 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Chiram Detached Breakwater South End Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Chiram Detached Breakwater South End 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 Chiram Detached Breakwater South End Lighthouse?+
Chiram Detached Breakwater South End 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 Chiram Detached Breakwater South End Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Chiram Detached Breakwater South End 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.