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Seokcheon Hang East Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl (4) Red 8s🇰🇷Hwaseong-si, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Seokcheon Hang East Breakwater Lighthouse

An octagonal red steel tower stands 9 meters tall on the east breakwater of a small boat harbor. With a focal height of 14 meters, it emits a red flash every 8 seconds, visible for 11.6 nautical miles. The structure is situated near the Kia automobile assembly plant on the north side of the Pyeongtaek harbor entrance. This light guides vessels into the harbor, which is approximately 4 kilometers from the nearest port of Pyeongtaek. While visitors can access the site, the tower itself remains closed to the public.

Why it matters: This light marks the eastern side of the harbor entrance, ensuring safe passage for small vessels navigating past industrial areas and into the boat harbor.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (4) Red 8s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
4 flashes
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Fl R 8s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Location

City
Hwaseong-si
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
Gyeonggi
Sea Region
east breakwater of a small boat harbor near the Kia automobile assembly plant on the north side of the entrance to Pyeongtaek harbor
Latitude
37.0286°
Longitude
126.7650°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Pyeongtaek(4.0 km)
Admiralty No.
M4158.58.
NGA No.
M4158.58

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
red
Material
steel

Structure: octagonal red steel tower

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Seokcheon Hang East Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Seokcheon Hang East Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl (4) Red 8s — 4 red flashes every 8 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 Seokcheon Hang East Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Seokcheon Hang East Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Pyeongtaek at 2.8 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Dangjin (3.8 NM SSE), DANGJIN (12.4 NM W), Daesan/Seosan (18.3 NM W), Suwon (26.1 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Seokcheon Hang East Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Seokcheon Hang East 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 Seokcheon Hang East Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Seokcheon Hang East 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.