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Ingu Hang East Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Red 5s🇰🇷Hyeonnam, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Ingu Hang East Breakwater Lighthouse

This square steel tower, standing 6.5 meters tall, was built in 2023 to mark the eastern breakwater of Ingu harbor. It is painted red and emits a red flash every 5 seconds, visible for 11 nautical miles. The structure replaced a previous red skeletal tower, enhancing navigational safety for vessels entering the port. The light’s focal plane is 12 meters above sea level. The breakwater site is open to visitors, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This light is essential for local fishing boats and commercial traffic entering Ingu harbor, helping them avoid the breakwater.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl R 5s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2023

Significant events: replaced a red skeletal tower

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6.5m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
red
Material
steel

Structure: square steel tower painted red

Location

City
Hyeonnam
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
Gangwon State
Sea Region
east breakwater of Ingu harbor
Latitude
37.9695°
Longitude
128.7657°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Sokcho(15.7 km)
Admiralty No.
M4455.5
NGA No.
16431
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ingu Hang East Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Ingu Hang East Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl Red 5s. 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 Ingu Hang East Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ingu Hang East Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Jumunjin at 6.1 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Sokcho (16.5 NM NNW), Okgye/Gangneung (25 NM SE), Mukho/Donghae (30.3 NM SSE), Tonghae (30.6 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ingu Hang East Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ingu 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 Ingu Hang East Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Ingu 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 Ingu Hang East Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ingu 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.