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Seongsanpo North Breakwater East Head Lighthouse

Fl Red 6s🇰🇷Seogwipo-si, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Seongsanpo North Breakwater East Head Lighthouse

Also known as: Songsanpo

A red, cylindrical concrete tower stands 15 meters tall, topped with a lantern and gallery. This structure rises to a focal height of 16 meters and emits a red light that flashes once every 6 seconds. Located 0.1 kilometers from the nearest port of Seongsan-po, the lighthouse is situated at the eastern head of the north breakwater. Its geographic range extends to 12.2 nautical miles. The tower is painted red to provide a clear visual cue.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for fishing boats and ferries entering or leaving Seongsanpo harbor on Jeju Island. It marks the end of the north breakwater, preventing collisions with the structure.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl R 6s
Focal Height
16m
Geographic Range
12.2NM

Location

City
Seogwipo-si
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
Jeju
Latitude
33.4770°
Longitude
126.9338°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and gallery, painted red

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Seongsan-po(0.1 km)
Admiralty No.
M4272.35
NGA No.
17434
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Seongsanpo North Breakwater East Head Lighthouse at night?+
Seongsanpo North Breakwater East Head 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 Seongsanpo North Breakwater East Head Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Seongsanpo North Breakwater East Head Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Seongsan-po at 0.3 NM to the SW. Other ports served include NAMWON (16.1 NM SW), Jeju (19 NM W), Kwangyang (20.1 NM W), Seogwipo (23.3 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Seongsanpo North Breakwater East Head Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Seongsanpo North Breakwater East Head 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 Seongsanpo North Breakwater East Head Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Seongsanpo North Breakwater East Head 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.