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Yeongam North Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Red 5s🇰🇷Pohang-si, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Yeongam North Breakwater Lighthouse

This cylindrical concrete tower, standing 10 meters tall and painted red, is located at the seaward end of Yeongam's main breakwater. It guides vessels into Yeongam harbor from the open sea. The light emits a single red flash every five seconds. The structure has a focal height of 13 meters and a geographic range of 11.3 nautical miles. While the breakwater site is accessible to the public, the lighthouse tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: The light's steady rhythm aids ships entering and exiting Yeongam harbor, enhancing safety for maritime traffic.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl R 5s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Location

City
Pohang-si
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
North Gyeongsang
Sea Region
Yeongam harbor, South Korea, at the end of the main breakwater
Latitude
35.8705°
Longitude
129.5341°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Pohang(10.2 km)
Admiralty No.
M4403.6
NGA No.
16661.61

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower, painted red

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Yeongam North Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Yeongam North 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 Yeongam North Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Yeongam North Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Guryongpo at 6.8 NM to the N. Other ports served include Pohang (10.7 NM NW), Sinhang/Pohang (12.8 NM N), Mipo/Ulsan (21.8 NM SSW), Ulsan (22.8 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Yeongam North Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Yeongam North 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.
What shipping routes pass near Yeongam North Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Yeongam North Breakwater 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 Yeongam North Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Yeongam North 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.