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Dadaepo North Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl (3) Red 8s🇰🇷Busan, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Dadaepo North Breakwater Lighthouse

This active lighthouse is a cylindrical concrete tower, 10 meters tall, painted red. It stands at the seaward end of Dadaepo's L-shaped north breakwater, marking the harbor entrance. The structure features a lantern and gallery, and its light emits a red flash every 8 seconds. With a geographic range of 10.4 nautical miles, it guides vessels into Dadaepo harbor.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is essential for the safe navigation of ships entering and leaving Dadaepo harbor, providing a clear visual indicator to avoid collision with the north breakwater.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) Red 8s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Fl R 8s
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Location

City
Busan
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Sea Region
Dadaepo harbor, at the end of the L-shaped north breakwater
Latitude
35.0561°
Longitude
128.9805°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower with lantern and gallery, painted red

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Busan(4.3 km)
Admiralty No.
M4354.9
NGA No.
16771.5
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Dadaepo North Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Dadaepo North Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl (3) Red 8s — 3 red flashes every 8 seconds. 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 Dadaepo North Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Dadaepo North Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Gamcheon/Busan at 1.9 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Busan (3.9 NM NE), Busanjin-Gu (6.6 NM NNE), South Busan (8.5 NM E), Busan New Port (8.9 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Dadaepo North Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Dadaepo North 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 Dadaepo North Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Dadaepo North 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 Dadaepo North Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Dadaepo North 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.