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Deoksan Hang West Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl G 5s🇰🇷Gangneung Area (Southern Gangwon), KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Deoksan Hang West Breakwater Lighthouse

This red, round concrete tower rises 33 meters high. Its focal plane sits 14 meters above the water. The structure is part of the Deoksan Hang West Breakwater complex. It emits a single red flash every 5 seconds. The light has a geographic range of 9 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl G 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl.R. period 5s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
9NM

Location

City
Gangneung Area (Southern Gangwon)
Country
🇰🇷KR
Latitude
37.3762°
Longitude
129.2536°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
33m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: Red round concrete tower; 33

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M4434.75
NGA No.
16505
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Deoksan Hang West Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Deoksan Hang West Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl G 5s — 1 green flash every 5 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 Deoksan Hang West Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Deoksan Hang West Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Samcheok at 4.6 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Donghae (9 NM NW), Bupyong/Incheon (9.4 NM NW), Tonghae (11.9 NM NW), Mukho/Donghae (12.2 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Deoksan Hang West Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Deoksan 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 Deoksan Hang West Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Deoksan 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 Deoksan Hang West Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Deoksan 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.