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Mohang Hang North Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl (2) Green 6s🇰🇷KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Mohang Hang North Breakwater Lighthouse

This lighthouse is a white, cylindrical concrete tower standing 11 meters tall, with its focal height at 16 meters. It is situated at the end of the south breakwater at Mohang, South Korea, in the South Chungcheong region. The structure is painted white and emits a green flashing light every 6 seconds. The lighthouse has a geographic range of 12.2 nautical miles. While the site is open to the public, the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: The lighthouse provides essential directional guidance for vessels entering and exiting the busy port of Mohang, helping to prevent groundings and collisions.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) Green 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl G 6s
Focal Height
16m
Geographic Range
12.2NM

Location

Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
South Chungcheong
Sea Region
end of the south breakwater at Mohang
Latitude
36.7778°
Longitude
126.1264°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Taean-gun(10.0 km)
Admiralty No.
M4154.9.
NGA No.
M4154.9

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower, painted white

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Mohang Hang North Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Mohang Hang North Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl (2) Green 6s — 2 green flashes every 6 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 Mohang Hang North Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Mohang Hang North Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Taean-gun at 10 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Daesan/Seosan (18.8 NM NE), DANGJIN (25.1 NM NE), Boryeong (28.4 NM SE), Daecheon (33 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Mohang Hang North Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Mohang Hang North 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.
How can I track vessels near Mohang Hang North Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Mohang Hang North 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.