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Mokseom West Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl R 6s🇰🇷Sacheon and Namhae Area, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Mokseom West Breakwater Lighthouse

This red, round concrete tower stands 30 meters tall and houses a light with a focal plane of 12 meters. It projects a single red flash every 6 seconds, visible for 8 nautical miles. The lighthouse is situated at the western extremity of Mokseom, marking the end of a breakwater. Its construction material is concrete, and the structure is entirely red in color.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl R 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl.R. period 6s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
8NM

Location

City
Sacheon and Namhae Area
Country
🇰🇷KR
Latitude
34.9220°
Longitude
128.0756°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
30m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: Red round concrete tower; 30

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M4319.2
NGA No.
16999
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Mokseom West Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Mokseom West Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl R 6s — 1 red flash 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Mokseom West Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Mokseom West Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Samcheonpo/Sacheon at 0.9 NM to the SE. Other ports served include GOSEONG (12.3 NM E), Samil (14.8 NM WSW), Junghwa (16.6 NM ESE), Tongyeong (17.6 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Mokseom West Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Mokseom West 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 Mokseom West Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Mokseom West 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 Mokseom West Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Mokseom West 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.