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Sacheon Shin Hang Lighthouse

Fl R 5s🇰🇷Sacheon and Namhae Area, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Sacheon Shin Hang Lighthouse

This lighthouse features a round concrete tower painted red, reaching a height of 33 meters. Its light emits a single red flash every 5 seconds. The focal height for this light source is 15 meters above sea level. The lighthouse is operational and primarily serves the Sacheon and Namhae coastal area.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl R 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl.R. period 5s
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
7NM

Location

City
Sacheon and Namhae Area
Country
🇰🇷KR
Latitude
34.9164°
Longitude
128.0827°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
33m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: Red round concrete tower; 33

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M4320.2
NGA No.
16986
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sacheon Shin Hang Lighthouse at night?+
Sacheon Shin Hang displays the characteristic Fl R 5s — 1 red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Sacheon Shin Hang Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sacheon Shin Hang Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Samcheonpo/Sacheon at 0.5 NM to the SE. Other ports served include GOSEONG (12 NM E), Samil (15.1 NM WSW), Junghwa (16.1 NM ESE), Tongyeong (17.2 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sacheon Shin Hang Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sacheon Shin Hang 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 Sacheon Shin Hang Lighthouse?+
Sacheon Shin Hang 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 Sacheon Shin Hang Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sacheon Shin Hang 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.