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Hupo Hang West Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl G 5s🇰🇷Uljin Area (North Gyeongsang), KROperational

The Hupo Hang West Breakwater Lighthouse is a white, round concrete tower measuring 33 meters in height. It is situated in the Uljin Area of North Gyeongsang. The lighthouse emits a green light, displaying a single flash every 4 seconds. Its focal plane stands 13 meters above the water.

Characteristic Signature
Fl G 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl.G. period 4s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
9NM
City
Uljin Area (North Gyeongsang)
Country
🇰🇷KR
Latitude
36.6746°
Longitude
129.4551°
Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
Tower Height
33m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: White round concrete tower; 33

Admiralty No.
M4430
NGA No.
16580
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How do mariners identify Hupo Hang West Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Hupo Hang West Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl G 5s — 1 green flash every 5 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Hupo Hang West Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Hupo Hang West Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Hupo at 0.5 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Ganggu (19.8 NM S), Hosan (30.8 NM N), Sinhang/Pohang (35.8 NM S), Pohang (39.6 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Hupo Hang West Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Hupo Hang West 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 Hupo Hang West Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Hupo Hang West 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 Hupo Hang West Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Hupo Hang West 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.