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Seongsanpo North Breakwater West Head Lighthouse

Fl Green 6s🇰🇷Seogwipo-si, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Seongsanpo North Breakwater West Head Lighthouse

Also known as: Songsanpo

A round, cylindrical concrete tower, 15 meters in height, stands at 16 meters above sea level on the west head of the Seongsanpo North Breakwater. Painted yellow, the structure features a lantern and gallery. This lighthouse emits a single green flash every 6 seconds, visible for 12.2 nautical miles. It is situated just 0.2 kilometers from the nearest port, Seongsan-po, on the eastern side of Jeju Island. The lighthouse has been operational since its construction.

Why it matters: This aid marks the western end of the north breakwater, assisting vessels entering and departing the busy Seongsanpo harbor.

Light & Optic

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

Location

City
Seogwipo-si
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
Jeju
Latitude
33.4770°
Longitude
126.9275°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

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

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and gallery

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Seongsan-po(0.2 km)
Admiralty No.
M4272.36
NGA No.
17435
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Seongsanpo North Breakwater West Head Lighthouse at night?+
Seongsanpo North Breakwater West Head 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 Seongsanpo North Breakwater West Head Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Seongsanpo North Breakwater West Head Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Seongsan-po at 0.2 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include NAMWON (15.9 NM SW), Jeju (18.7 NM W), Kwangyang (19.8 NM W), Seogwipo (23 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Seongsanpo North Breakwater West Head Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Seongsanpo North Breakwater West 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 West Head Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Seongsanpo North Breakwater West 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.