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Jukseong Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Green 5s🇰🇷Busan, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Jukseong Breakwater Lighthouse

Also known as: Duho

This concrete lighthouse, built in 2004, stands 12 meters tall with a focal height of 14 meters. The octagonal cylindrical tower is painted white and features a gallery. It emits a single green flash every 5 seconds, visible for 11.6 nautical miles. The structure is located on the Jukseong (Duho) Breakwater, approximately 12.9 kilometers from the port of Busan. The lighthouse site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This light is important for the safe passage of local fishing vessels and other small craft entering and exiting Jukseong Harbor.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl G 5s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2004

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: octagonal cylindrical concrete tower with gallery, painted white

Location

City
Busan
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
Gijang-gun
Latitude
35.2423°
Longitude
129.2472°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Busan(12.9 km)
Admiralty No.
M4376.58.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Jukseong Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Jukseong Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl Green 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Jukseong Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Jukseong Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is South Busan at 10.7 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Busanjin-Gu (11.2 NM WSW), Onsan/Ulsan (13 NM NNE), Busan (13.4 NM SW), Gamcheon/Busan (15.4 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Jukseong Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Jukseong 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 Jukseong Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Jukseong 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 Jukseong Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Jukseong 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.