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Hodu Hang East Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Green 4s🇰🇷Tongyeong-si, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Hodu Hang East Breakwater Lighthouse

This lighthouse stands on the east breakwater of Hodu Hang, a harbor in Tongyeong-si, South Korea. It is an 8-meter cylindrical concrete tower painted white, with its light positioned 12 meters above sea level. The lighthouse emits a single green flash every four seconds. Its geographic range is 11 nautical miles. The site is accessible to the public, but the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This light is essential for guiding vessels safely into Hodu Hang, marking the end of the east breakwater and helping mariners avoid hazards when approaching the harbor entrance.

Light & Optic

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

Location

City
Tongyeong-si
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
South Gyeongsang
Sea Region
east breakwater of Hodu
Latitude
34.7422°
Longitude
128.5036°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Tongyeong(6.7 km)
NGA No.
KR-2182.1

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7.9248m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: An 8m round cylindrical concrete lighthouse, painted white.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Hodu Hang East Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Hodu Hang East 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 Hodu Hang East Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Hodu Hang East Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Tongyeong at 7 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Junghwa (7.2 NM WNW), Geoje (7.6 NM NNE), Gohyeon/Geoje (11.1 NM NNE), Anjeong (12.6 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Hodu Hang East Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Hodu Hang 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 Hodu Hang East Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Hodu Hang 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 Hodu Hang East Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Hodu Hang 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.