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Sapsido Hang Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Green 6s🇰🇷Boryeong-si, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Sapsido Hang Breakwater Lighthouse

This 9-meter white steel post, located on the main southern breakwater of Sapsido harbor, guides vessels into port. Its equipment shelter supports the post, which emits a green light. The light flashes green every 6 seconds, visible for 12.7 nautical miles. The tower stands 18 meters above sea level. The site is open to the public, offering views of the harbor, though the structure itself cannot be entered.

Why it matters: The light serves local fishing boats and ferries, ensuring safe navigation into Sapsido harbor and preventing collisions with the breakwater.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl G 6s
Focal Height
18m
Geographic Range
12.7NM

Location

City
Boryeong-si
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
South Chungcheong
Sea Region
Sapsido harbor, on the south (main) breakwater
Latitude
36.3523°
Longitude
126.3646°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Boryeong(6.4 km)
Admiralty No.
M4185.7.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Color
white
Material
steel

Structure: A 9m white steel post rises from a small equipment shelter.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sapsido Hang Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Sapsido Hang Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl Green 6s. 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Sapsido Hang Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sapsido Hang Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Boryeong at 6.2 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Daecheon (6.9 NM ESE), Biin (15.3 NM SSE), Gunsan (24.8 NM SSE), Janghang/Seocheon-gun (26 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sapsido Hang Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sapsido Hang 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 Sapsido Hang Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sapsido Hang 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.