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Gadeokdo East Breakwater West End Lighthouse

Fl Red 4s🇰🇷Busan, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Gadeokdo East Breakwater West End Lighthouse

This square concrete tower stands 27 meters tall, with its lantern and gallery reaching a focal height of 38 meters. Painted red, it marks the western end of a detached breakwater situated on the east side of Gadeokdo, near Busan, South Korea. Its red light flashes once every 4 seconds, providing a visible signal across 16.7 nautical miles. The lighthouse is located 2.9 kilometers from Busan New Port, a significant shipping hub. Access to this structure is exclusively by boat, emphasizing its functional and isolated placement.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for mariners navigating the waters around Gadeokdo, specifically marking the end of a detached breakwater.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl R 4s
Focal Height
38m
Geographic Range
16.7NM

Location

City
Busan
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Sea Region
west end of the detached breakwater on the east side of Gadeokdo
Latitude
35.0389°
Longitude
128.8213°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
27m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: square concrete tower with lantern and gallery, painted red

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Busan New Port(2.9 km)
Admiralty No.
M4351.4
NGA No.
16782
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Gadeokdo East Breakwater West End Lighthouse at night?+
Gadeokdo East Breakwater West End 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 Gadeokdo East Breakwater West End Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Gadeokdo East Breakwater West End Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Busan New Port at 1.9 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Jinhae (8.5 NM NW), Gamcheon/Busan (9.2 NM ENE), Okpo/Geoje (10.4 NM SSW), Busan (11.2 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Gadeokdo East Breakwater West End Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Gadeokdo East Breakwater West End 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 Gadeokdo East Breakwater West End Lighthouse?+
Gadeokdo East Breakwater West End 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 Gadeokdo East Breakwater West End Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Gadeokdo East Breakwater West End 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.