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Seongsanpo West Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Red 5s🇰🇷Seogwipo-si, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Seongsanpo West Breakwater Lighthouse

Also known as: Songsanpo

This cylindrical concrete lighthouse, standing 11 meters tall, is painted yellow and displays a red light. The light flashes once every 5 seconds, visible for 11 nautical miles. It features a lantern and gallery atop its structure. Located 0.2 kilometers from Seongsan-po harbor, this lighthouse marks the entrance to the port on the eastern side of Jeju Island. It guides vessels navigating the waters near Seongsanpo.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for local fishing fleets and passenger ferries, ensuring safe navigation into Seongsanpo harbor and preventing groundings on the breakwater.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl R 5s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Location

City
Seogwipo-si
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
Jeju
Sea Region
KR
Latitude
33.4756°
Longitude
126.9276°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
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.
M4272.42
NGA No.
17432
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Seongsanpo West Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Seongsanpo West Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl Red 5s. 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 West Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Seongsanpo West Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Seongsan-po at 0.1 NM to the SE. Other ports served include NAMWON (15.8 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 West Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Seongsanpo 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.
How can I track vessels near Seongsanpo West Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Seongsanpo 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.