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Seongpo Hang East Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Green 6s🇰🇷Geoje-si, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Seongpo Hang East Breakwater Lighthouse

Also known as: Songp'o

The Seongpo (Songp'o) Hang East Breakwater Lighthouse is a round, tapered white concrete tower standing 8 meters tall. Its focal height reaches 9 meters, casting a green light visible for 10 nautical miles. The light emits a single green flash every 6 seconds. Located on the eastern breakwater of Seongpo (Songp'o) Hang, this structure guides vessels approaching the port near Geoje-si. The nearest port, Gohyeon, is 3.3 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the eastern breakwater of Seongpo (Songp'o) Hang, providing a key navigational reference for vessels entering and exiting the port.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl G 6s
Focal Height
9m
Geographic Range
10NM

Location

City
Geoje-si
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
South Gyeongsang
Sea Region
Seongpo (Songp'o) Hang, East Breakwater, South Korea
Latitude
34.9229°
Longitude
128.5252°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round tapered white concrete tower

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Gohyeon(3.3 km)
Admiralty No.
M4330
NGA No.
16880
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Seongpo Hang East Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Seongpo Hang East 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 Seongpo Hang East Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Seongpo Hang East Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Gohyeon/Geoje at 2.6 NM to the E. Other ports served include Anjeong (4.7 NM WNW), Geoje (5.2 NM SSE), Tongyeong (7.5 NM SW), Okpo/Geoje (9.5 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Seongpo Hang East Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Seongpo 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.
What shipping routes pass near Seongpo Hang East Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Seongpo Hang East 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 Seongpo Hang East Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Seongpo 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.