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Dongbaek Hang North Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Red 5s🇰🇷Busan, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Dongbaek Hang North Breakwater Lighthouse

This cylindrical concrete tower, painted red, stands 10 meters tall at the end of Dongbaek harbor's north breakwater. It emits a red flash every 5 seconds, visible for 10.7 nautical miles. The structure features a gallery and is built from concrete. The lighthouse was renumbered by the Admiralty in September 2022. While the site is accessible to the public, the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: The light serves as a clear visual cue for vessels entering Dongbaek harbor, marking the northern boundary of its entrance.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl R 5s
Focal Height
11m
Geographic Range
10.7NM

Construction & History

Significant events: Admiralty renumbered lights in September 2022

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
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 of Dongbaek harbor
Latitude
35.2890°
Longitude
129.2591°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Ulsan(14.7 km)
Admiralty No.
M4377.527
NGA No.
16716.2
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Dongbaek Hang North Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Dongbaek Hang North Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl Red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Dongbaek Hang North Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Dongbaek Hang North Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Onsan/Ulsan at 10.3 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Busanjin-Gu (13.2 NM SW), South Busan (13.5 NM SSW), Ulsan (14.6 NM NNE), Busan (15.7 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Dongbaek Hang North Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Dongbaek 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 Dongbaek Hang North Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Dongbaek 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 Dongbaek Hang North Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Dongbaek 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.