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Daeheuksando (Taeheuksando, Taehuksando) South Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Green 6s🇰🇷Heuksan, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Daeheuksando (Taeheuksando, Taehuksando) South Breakwater Lighthouse

This octagonal concrete tower, standing 8 meters tall with a focal height of 13 meters, emits a green light. Its characteristic is a single green flash every 6 seconds, visible for 11.3 nautical miles. The lighthouse guides vessels around the southern tip of Daeheuksando island, part of the Dadohaehaesang National Park. The site is open to visitors, providing views of the sea and island, but the tower itself is not accessible.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the southern breakwater of Daeheuksando, an important navigational point for ships approaching or departing the island's port. It helps prevent groundings on the breakwater, which protects the harbor from the open sea.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl G 6s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Location

City
Heuksan
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
South Jeolla
Latitude
34.6945°
Longitude
125.4444°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Mokpo(46.2 km)
Admiralty No.
M4223.3
NGA No.
17682

Tower & Structure

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

Structure: octagonal concrete tower

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Daeheuksando (Taeheuksando, Taehuksando) South Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Daeheuksando (Taeheuksando, Taehuksando) South Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl Green 6s. 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 Daeheuksando (Taeheuksando, Taehuksando) South Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Daeheuksando (Taeheuksando, Taehuksando) South Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Daeheuksando at 0.9 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Hongdo (13.2 NM WSW), Songgong (39 NM ENE), Gageohyangri (41.7 NM SSW), Mokpo (45.3 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Daeheuksando (Taeheuksando, Taehuksando) South Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Daeheuksando (Taeheuksando, Taehuksando) South 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.
How can I track vessels near Daeheuksando (Taeheuksando, Taehuksando) South Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Daeheuksando (Taeheuksando, Taehuksando) South 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.