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Mipo South Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl G 5s🇰🇷Ulsan, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Mipo South Breakwater Lighthouse

This white, cylindrical concrete tower stands 49 meters tall. Its focal plane is 18 meters above the water. The lighthouse emits a single green flash every 5 seconds. It is situated on the south breakwater of Mipo harbor. The tower features a lantern and gallery.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl G 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl.G
Focal Height
18m
Geographic Range
10NM

Location

City
Ulsan
Country
🇰🇷KR
Latitude
35.5246°
Longitude
129.4504°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
49m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: White round concrete tower; 49

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M4396.6
NGA No.
16681
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Mipo South Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Mipo South 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 Mipo South Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Mipo South Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Mipo/Ulsan at 1 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Ulsan (3.4 NM WSW), Onsan/Ulsan (6.7 NM SW), Guryongpo (28 NM N), Pohang (29.6 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Mipo South Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Mipo 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 Mipo South Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Mipo 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 Mipo South Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Mipo 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.