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Seoam South Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Red 6s🇰🇷Busan, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Seoam South Breakwater Lighthouse

Also known as: Seoam South Breakwater (Baby Bottle Lighthouse)

Built in 2010, this round concrete tower is 4 meters high with a focal height of 4 meters. Located on the south breakwater of Seoam harbor near Busan, South Korea, it projects a red light with a flash characteristic of Fl R 6s, observable up to 7.9 nautical miles. The structure resembles a baby's bottle. Access to the site is permitted, but the tower remains closed to visitors.

Why it matters: This navigation aid marks the entrance to Seoam harbor, assisting local fishing boats and other small craft.

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 Shape
cylindrical
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower, shaped like a baby's bottle

Location

City
Busan
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
Gijang-gun
Sea Region
south breakwater of Seoam harbor
Latitude
35.2138°
Longitude
129.2236°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Busan(11.0 km)
Admiralty No.
M4376.02.
NGA No.
KR-1442.1
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Seoam South Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Seoam South 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 South Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Seoam South Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is South Busan at 8.6 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Busanjin-Gu (9.3 NM WSW), Busan (11.4 NM SW), Gamcheon/Busan (13.5 NM SW), Onsan/Ulsan (15.1 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Seoam South Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Seoam South 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 South Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Seoam South 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 South Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Seoam South 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.