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Yeondo Breakwater North Lighthouse

Fl Red 5s🇰🇷Yeosu-si, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Yeondo Breakwater North Lighthouse

Established in 2010, this red, cylindrical concrete tower stands 12 meters tall. It is located at the north end of the detached breakwater for Yeondo port, near Yeosu-si. The lighthouse displays a red flash every 5 seconds. Its focal height is 16 meters above sea level, providing a geographic range of 12.2 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the northern extremity of the detached breakwater, guiding vessels safely into Yeondo port.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl R 5s
Focal Height
16m
Geographic Range
12.2NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2010

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower, painted red

Location

City
Yeosu-si
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
South Jeolla
Sea Region
Yeondo port, at the north end of its detached breakwater, formerly just off the north end of the breakwater.
Latitude
34.4293°
Longitude
127.7901°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Yeosu(18.5 km)
Admiralty No.
M4308.04
NGA No.
17067.1
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Yeondo Breakwater North Lighthouse at night?+
Yeondo Breakwater North 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 Yeondo Breakwater North Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Yeondo Breakwater North Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Yeosu at 19.6 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Samil (26.3 NM N), Narodo (26.9 NM W), Gwangyang (27.6 NM N), Kukdo (32.4 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Yeondo Breakwater North Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Yeondo Breakwater North 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 Yeondo Breakwater North Lighthouse?+
Yeondo Breakwater North 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 Yeondo Breakwater North Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Yeondo Breakwater North 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.