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Dadaepo Outer Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Red 4s🇰🇷Busan, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Dadaepo Outer Breakwater Lighthouse

A cylindrical concrete tower, 12 meters tall and painted red, was first lit in 2016. It stands on the east side of the Dadaepo harbor entrance breakwater. The lighthouse emits a single red flash every 4 seconds. Its light is visible for 12.4 nautical miles. The structure's focal plane is 17 meters above sea level.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the entrance to Dadaepo harbor, assisting vessels navigating from the open sea.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl R 4s
Focal Height
17m
Geographic Range
12.4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2016

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Busan(5.1 km)
Admiralty No.
M4354.55
NGA No.
16771.8

Tower & Structure

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

Structure: round concrete tower painted red

Location

City
Busan
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Sea Region
breakwater at the east side of the entrance to Dadaepo harbor
Latitude
35.0408°
Longitude
128.9768°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Dadaepo Outer Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Dadaepo Outer Breakwater 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 Dadaepo Outer Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Dadaepo Outer Breakwater 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 Outer Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Dadaepo Outer 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 Outer Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Dadaepo Outer 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 Outer Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Dadaepo Outer 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.