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Geojin-Ri East Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl R 4s🇰🇷Sokcho Area (Northern Gangwon), KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Geojin-Ri East Breakwater Lighthouse

This concrete framework tower stands 66 meters tall and was built in 2019. It features an octagonal shape and is painted red. The light is situated 16 meters above sea level and emits a red flash. The geographic range of the light is 8 nautical miles. This structure is located at the end of the east breakwater in the Geojin-ri area.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl R 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl.O
Focal Height
16m
Geographic Range
8NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2019

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M4459.6
NGA No.
16392

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
66m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: Concrete framework tower; 66

Location

City
Sokcho Area (Northern Gangwon)
Country
🇰🇷KR
Latitude
38.4429°
Longitude
128.4590°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Geojin-Ri East Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Geojin-Ri East Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl R 4s — 1 red flash every 4 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Geojin-Ri East Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Geojin-Ri East Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Sokcho at 15.4 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Jumunjin (38 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Geojin-Ri East Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Geojin-Ri East 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 Geojin-Ri East Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Geojin-Ri East 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 Geojin-Ri East Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Geojin-Ri East 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.