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Mukho East Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl R 4s🇰🇷Gangneung Area (Southern Gangwon), KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Mukho East Breakwater Lighthouse

This red, square concrete tower stands 36 meters high on the Mukho East Breakwater. Its focal plane is 18 meters above the water. The lighthouse emits a single red flash every 4 seconds. It is equipped with AIS for identification.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl R 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl.R. period 4s
Focal Height
18m
Geographic Range
18NM

Location

City
Gangneung Area (Southern Gangwon)
Country
🇰🇷KR
Latitude
37.5396°
Longitude
129.1203°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
36m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: Red square concrete tower; 36. AIS (MMSI No 994403809)

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M4448.4
NGA No.
16467
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Mukho East Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Mukho East Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl R 4s — 1 red flash every 4 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 Mukho East Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Mukho East Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Mukho/Donghae at 0.5 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Tonghae (1 NM WSW), Bupyong/Incheon (2.5 NM SSE), Donghae (2.9 NM SSE), Okgye/Gangneung (5.9 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Mukho East Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Mukho East 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 Mukho East Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Mukho East 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 Mukho East Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Mukho East 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.