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Samcheok Outer Breakwater North End Lighthouse

Fl Red 4s🇰🇷Samcheok-si, KROperational

This lighthouse stands 16 meters above sea level, with its structure reaching 11.9 meters. It emits a red light, flashing once every 4 seconds, and has a geographic range of 12.2 nautical miles. Located at the northern end of a long breakwater south of Samcheok's main harbor, it guides vessels within Gangwon State. The lighthouse is situated 0.8 kilometers from the nearest port, Samcheok.

Why it matters: The lighthouse warns ships of the northern edge of the breakwater that shelters Samcheok's main harbor, aiding safe entry and departure from the port.

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl R 4s
Focal Height
16m
Geographic Range
12.2NM
City
Samcheok-si
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
Gangwon State
Sea Region
Located at the north end of a long breakwater parallel to the coast south of Samcheok's main harbor, South Korea.
Latitude
37.4248°
Longitude
129.2099°
Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
Tower Height
11.8872m

Structure: An approximately 12m tower, form unknown.

Nearest Port
Samcheok(0.8 km)
Admiralty No.
M4435.8.
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How do mariners identify Samcheok Outer Breakwater North End Lighthouse at night?+
Samcheok Outer Breakwater North End displays the characteristic Fl Red 4s. 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 Samcheok Outer Breakwater North End Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Samcheok Outer Breakwater North End Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Samcheok at 1.1 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Donghae (5.4 NM NW), Bupyong/Incheon (5.8 NM NW), Tonghae (8.4 NM NW), Mukho/Donghae (8.6 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Samcheok Outer Breakwater North End Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Samcheok Outer Breakwater North End 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 Samcheok Outer Breakwater North End Lighthouse?+
Samcheok Outer Breakwater North End 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 Samcheok Outer Breakwater North End Lighthouse?+
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