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Pyeongtaek West Docks East Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl (2) Red 6s🇰🇷Pyeongtaek-si, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Pyeongtaek West Docks East Breakwater Lighthouse

This cylindrical concrete tower, standing 7 meters tall, is painted red and serves as a navigational aid at Pyeongtaek. It features a lantern and gallery and its light emits a red flash every 6 seconds. The structure's focal height reaches 12 meters above sea level, providing a geographic range of 11 nautical miles. It is situated on the east side of the entrance to a harbor basin within Pyeongtaek-si, South Korea. The lighthouse is located 6.3 kilometers from the nearest port.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the eastern edge of a harbor basin entrance, guiding commercial shipping into and out of the Pyeongtaek West Docks.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) Red 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl R 6s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Location

City
Pyeongtaek-si
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
Gyeonggi
Sea Region
breakwater on the east side of the entrance to one of the harbor basins of Pyeongtaek
Latitude
36.9912°
Longitude
126.8014°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower with lantern and gallery, painted red

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Pyeongtaek(6.3 km)
Admiralty No.
M4158.93
NGA No.
17912.2
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Pyeongtaek West Docks East Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Pyeongtaek West Docks East Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl (2) Red 6s — 2 red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Pyeongtaek West Docks East Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Pyeongtaek West Docks East Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Pyeongtaek at 0.1 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Dangjin (1.7 NM SSW), DANGJIN (14.7 NM WNW), Daesan/Seosan (20.1 NM W), Suwon (25.9 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Pyeongtaek West Docks East Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Pyeongtaek West Docks 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.
How can I track vessels near Pyeongtaek West Docks East Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Pyeongtaek West Docks 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.