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Seoam North Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Red 6s🇰🇷Busan, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Seoam North Breakwater Lighthouse

This red lighthouse, built in 2010, stands 4 meters tall on the north breakwater of Seoam harbor, just south of Daebyeon harbor. Its structure features a platform with stairs, its sides swept upward to resemble the prow of a ship. The light emits a red flash every six seconds. The platform and breakwater are accessible to the public, though the tower itself is closed. It is located near Busan.

Why it matters: This lighthouse guides fishing boats and other small vessels entering and exiting Seoam harbor. Its distinctive ship-prow design serves as a recognizable landmark for mariners.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl R 6s
Focal Height
4m
Geographic Range
7.9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2010

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
4m
Tower Color
red

Structure: A 4m platform with stairs and staircase sides upswept like the prow of a ship, painted red.

Location

City
Busan
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
Gijang-gun
Sea Region
north breakwater of Seoam harbor, just south of the Daebyeon harbor
Latitude
35.2143°
Longitude
129.2247°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Busan(11.0 km)
Admiralty No.
M4376.01.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Seoam North Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Seoam North Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl Red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Seoam North Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Seoam North Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is South Busan at 8.7 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Busanjin-Gu (9.4 NM WSW), Busan (11.5 NM SW), Gamcheon/Busan (13.5 NM SW), Onsan/Ulsan (15 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Seoam North Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Seoam North 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 Seoam North Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Seoam North 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 Seoam North Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Seoam North 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.