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Dongameo Hang North Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Red 4s🇰🇷Busan, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Dongameo Hang North Breakwater Lighthouse

Located on the north breakwater at Dongameo, this red, round, cylindrical concrete tower stands 11 meters high. With a focal height of 12 meters, it produces a red light with a characteristic of flashing once every 4 seconds. The light has a geographic range of 11 nautical miles. Constructed and illuminated starting in 2007, the structure allows site access but does not permit entry into the tower. The nearest port, Busan, is 10.5 kilometers distant.

Why it matters: This navigation mark indicates the northern side of the entrance to Dongameo Hang, assisting vessels entering the sheltered port.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl R 4s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2007

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with gallery, painted red

Location

City
Busan
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
Gijang-gun
Sea Region
end of the north breakwater at Dongameo
Latitude
35.1963°
Longitude
129.2275°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Busan(10.5 km)
Admiralty No.
M4375.81.
NGA No.
KR-1443
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Dongameo Hang North Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Dongameo Hang North 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 Dongameo Hang North Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Dongameo Hang North Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is South Busan at 7.8 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Busanjin-Gu (9.1 NM WSW), Busan (11 NM WSW), Gamcheon/Busan (13.1 NM WSW), Onsan/Ulsan (15.9 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Dongameo Hang North Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Dongameo Hang 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 Dongameo Hang North Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Dongameo Hang 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 Dongameo Hang North Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Dongameo Hang 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.