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Dongho Hang South Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Green 4s🇰🇷Tongyeong-si, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Dongho Hang South Breakwater Lighthouse

This white, cylindrical concrete tower stands 10 meters tall, with its focal plane at 13 meters above sea level. The lighthouse is situated at the extremity of Tongyeong's south breakwater. It emits a green flashing light, operating on a 4-second cycle. This aid to navigation has a geographic range of 11.3 nautical miles. The structure features a gallery and is painted white.

Why it matters: The lighthouse marks the southern boundary of the shipping channel into Tongyeong's traditional harbor, aiding vessels in avoiding the breakwater.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl G 4s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Location

City
Tongyeong-si
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
South Gyeongsang
Sea Region
end of the south breakwater of Tongyeong's traditional harbor
Latitude
34.8419°
Longitude
128.4411°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

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

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with gallery, painted white

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Tongyeong(0.7 km)
Admiralty No.
M4325.85
NGA No.
16918.5
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Dongho Hang South Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Dongho Hang South Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl Green 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Dongho Hang South Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Dongho Hang South Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Tongyeong at 1.2 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Junghwa (5.1 NM SW), Anjeong (6.1 NM N), Geoje (7 NM E), Gohyeon/Geoje (8 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Dongho Hang South Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Dongho Hang 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.
What shipping routes pass near Dongho Hang South Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Dongho Hang South 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 Dongho Hang South Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Dongho Hang 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.