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Ulsan Sin Hang East Breakwater North Head Lighthouse

Fl Green 4s🇰🇷Ulsan, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Ulsan Sin Hang East Breakwater North Head Lighthouse

This concrete lighthouse stands 25 meters tall on the north head of Ulsan Sin Hang's detached east breakwater. Constructed in 2010, its round, slanted tower is topped with a lantern. The structure's focal plane reaches 31 meters above sea level, emitting a green light that flashes once every 4 seconds. This light provides a geographic range of 15.5 nautical miles. The lighthouse is located 4.1 kilometers from the nearest port, Ulsan.

Why it matters: This light marks the north entrance to Ulsan Sin Hang, assisting large cargo and container ships in safely navigating the detached breakwater.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl G 4s
Focal Height
31m
Geographic Range
15.5NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2010

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Ulsan(4.1 km)
Admiralty No.
M4381.14
NGA No.
16711.6

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
25m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: slanted concrete tower with lantern

Location

City
Ulsan
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
Ulju-gun
Sea Region
north entrance to the Ulsan Sin Hang (Ulsan New Port), located at the north end of the detached main (east) breakwater of Ulsan Sin Hang
Latitude
35.4452°
Longitude
129.3808°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ulsan Sin Hang East Breakwater North Head Lighthouse at night?+
Ulsan Sin Hang East Breakwater North Head displays the characteristic Fl Green 4s. 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 Ulsan Sin Hang East Breakwater North Head Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ulsan Sin Hang East Breakwater North Head Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Onsan/Ulsan at 1 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Ulsan (4 NM N), Mipo/Ulsan (5 NM NNE), Busanjin-Gu (24 NM SW), South Busan (24.5 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ulsan Sin Hang East Breakwater North Head Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ulsan Sin Hang East Breakwater North 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.
What shipping routes pass near Ulsan Sin Hang East Breakwater North Head Lighthouse?+
Ulsan Sin Hang East Breakwater North Head 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 Ulsan Sin Hang East Breakwater North Head Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ulsan Sin Hang East Breakwater North 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.