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Masan Hang South Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Green 4s🇰🇷Changwon-si, KROperational

This white cylindrical concrete tower stands 10 meters tall and has a focal height of 13 meters. Located at the end of the south breakwater, it marks the entrance to Masan's inner harbor in South Korea. The lighthouse emits a single green flash every 4 seconds, visible for 11.3 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, allowing visitors to approach the tower's base, though the structure itself is closed to entry. It is situated 0.7 kilometers from the nearest port.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is essential for guiding vessels into and out of Masan's inner harbor, a significant commercial waterway. Its position on the south breakwater clearly defines the safe channel for ships approaching the docks.

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl G 4s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM
City
Changwon-si
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
South Gyeongsang
Sea Region
inner harbor of Masan, South Korea, marking the entrance
Latitude
35.2009°
Longitude
128.5759°
Nearest Port
Masan(0.7 km)
Admiralty No.
M4348.7
NGA No.
16815.9
Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round white concrete tower

Open to public
Site open, tower closed
Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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How do mariners identify Masan Hang South Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Masan Hang South 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 Masan Hang South Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Masan Hang South Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Masan at 1.5 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Jinhae (6.9 NM SE), Busan New Port (13.6 NM SE), Anjeong (16.9 NM SSW), Gohyeon/Geoje (17.1 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Masan Hang South Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Masan Hang South 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 Masan Hang South Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Masan Hang South 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 Masan Hang South Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Masan Hang South 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.