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Dadaepo Detached Breakwater West End Lighthouse

Fl Yellow 4s🇰🇷Busan, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Dadaepo Detached Breakwater West End Lighthouse

This yellow, cylindrical concrete tower stands 11 meters tall and was first lit in 2016. Its focal height reaches 16 meters above sea level. The lighthouse emits a single yellow flash every 4 seconds, visible for 12.2 nautical miles. It is situated on the west end of a detached breakwater serving Dadaepo harbor, with Busan port located 5.1 kilometers away. The structure itself is a round concrete tower painted yellow.

Why it matters: This light marks the western extremity of the detached breakwater for Dadaepo harbor, helping vessels avoid the structure and navigate safely into port.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Yellow 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Yellow
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl Y 4s
Focal Height
16m
Geographic Range
12.2NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2016

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Busan(5.1 km)
Admiralty No.
M4354.54
NGA No.
16771.7

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
yellow
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower painted yellow

Location

City
Busan
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Sea Region
west end of a detached breakwater of Dadaepo harbor
Latitude
35.0408°
Longitude
128.9768°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Dadaepo Detached Breakwater West End Lighthouse at night?+
Dadaepo Detached Breakwater West End displays the characteristic Fl Yellow 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 yellow color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Dadaepo Detached Breakwater West End Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Dadaepo Detached Breakwater West End Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Gamcheon/Busan at 2.8 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Busan (4.7 NM NE), Busanjin-Gu (7.5 NM NNE), Busan New Port (8.9 NM W), South Busan (8.9 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Dadaepo Detached Breakwater West End Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Dadaepo Detached Breakwater West 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 Dadaepo Detached Breakwater West End Lighthouse?+
Dadaepo Detached Breakwater West 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 Dadaepo Detached Breakwater West End Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Dadaepo Detached Breakwater West 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.