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Daepo Hang West Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Green 5s🇰🇷Sokcho-si, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Daepo Hang West Breakwater Lighthouse

Also known as: Taep'o

A white, cylindrical concrete tower standing 10 meters tall was erected in 2009 at the Daepo Hang West Breakwater. This structure, featuring a lantern and gallery, includes four ribs on its exterior. The lighthouse emits a green light, with a single flash occurring every 5 seconds, visible for 12.7 nautical miles. Its focal plane is 18 meters above the water. The site is accessible to the public, though the tower itself is closed. The nearest port is Sokcho, located 1.6 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is important for guiding fishing and commercial vessels into Daepo Port. Its green light marks the western edge of the channel, helping to prevent groundings on the breakwater.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl G 5s
Focal Height
18m
Geographic Range
12.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2009

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

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

Structure: round concrete tower with four ribs, lantern and gallery, painted white

Location

City
Sokcho-si
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
Gangwon State
Latitude
38.1708°
Longitude
128.6111°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Sokcho(1.6 km)
Admiralty No.
M4457.3.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Daepo Hang West Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Daepo Hang West Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl Green 5s. 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 Daepo Hang West Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Daepo Hang West Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Sokcho at 2.4 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Jumunjin (20.2 NM SSE), Okgye/Gangneung (39.1 NM SSE), Mukho/Donghae (44.4 NM SSE), Tonghae (44.7 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Daepo Hang West Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Daepo Hang West 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 Daepo Hang West Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Daepo Hang West 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 Daepo Hang West Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Daepo Hang West 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.