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Daedongbae Hang Section 2 North Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl (2) Green 6s🇰🇷Pohang-si, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Daedongbae Hang Section 2 North Breakwater Lighthouse

This octagonal concrete tower, standing 8 meters tall, became operational in 2019. It features a green light with a characteristic of one green flash every 6 seconds. The focal height of the light is 14 meters, providing a geographic range of 11.6 nautical miles. Located on the Section 2 North Breakwater within Daedongbae Hang, it marks the entrance to a small boat harbor southwest of Homigot (Cape Homi). The structure is a concrete build, painted green, and while the site is open to visitors, the tower itself is closed to the public.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for vessels entering and leaving the northern small boat harbor at Daedongbae village, as its light specifically delineates the north breakwater.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) Green 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl G 6s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2019

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
green
Material
concrete

Structure: octagonal white concrete tower

Location

City
Pohang-si
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
North Gyeongsang
Sea Region
Daedongbae Hang, marking the Section 2 North Breakwater, located about 4 km southwest of Homigot (Cape Homi) in South Korea.
Latitude
36.0806°
Longitude
129.5628°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Pohang(5.9 km)
Admiralty No.
M4407.
NGA No.
16644
ARLHS No.
SKR-003
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Daedongbae Hang Section 2 North Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Daedongbae Hang Section 2 North Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl (2) Green 6s — 2 green flashes every 6 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Daedongbae Hang Section 2 North Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Daedongbae Hang Section 2 North Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Sinhang/Pohang at 0.6 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Guryongpo (5.9 NM S), Pohang (8.5 NM WSW), Ganggu (18.4 NM NNW), Mipo/Ulsan (34.4 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Daedongbae Hang Section 2 North Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Daedongbae Hang Section 2 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 Daedongbae Hang Section 2 North Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Daedongbae Hang Section 2 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 Daedongbae Hang Section 2 North Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Daedongbae Hang Section 2 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.