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Seongpo Hang West Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Red 6s🇰🇷Geoje-si, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Seongpo Hang West Breakwater Lighthouse

Also known as: Songp'o

This cylindrical, red concrete tower stands 8 meters high with a focal height of 9 meters. The lighthouse emits a red light with a characteristic of one flash every 6 seconds. Its structure is described as a round hourglass shape. The tower is located on the west breakwater of Seongpo Hang, guiding vessels toward the port. It has a geographic range of 10 nautical miles and is operational.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for fishing fleets and commercial vessels entering Seongpo Hang, clearly delineating the safe channel along the west breakwater.

Light & Optic

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

Location

City
Geoje-si
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
South Gyeongsang
Latitude
34.9220°
Longitude
128.5258°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

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

Structure: round hourglass-shaped red concrete tower

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Gohyeon(3.3 km)
Admiralty No.
M4330.1
NGA No.
16880.5
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Seongpo Hang West Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Seongpo Hang West 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 Seongpo Hang West Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Seongpo Hang West Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Gohyeon/Geoje at 2.5 NM to the E. Other ports served include Anjeong (4.7 NM WNW), Geoje (5.2 NM SSE), Tongyeong (7.4 NM SW), Okpo/Geoje (9.4 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Seongpo Hang West Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Seongpo Hang West 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 West Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Seongpo Hang West 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 West Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Seongpo Hang West 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.