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Kholmsk Lighthouse

Fl (3) White 14.1s🇷🇺RUOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kholmsk Lighthouse

This cylindrical concrete tower, standing 28 meters tall, was built and first lit in 1958. It is painted with black and white horizontal bands, a scheme established in 1963. The lighthouse emits a white light that produces one flash every 14.1 seconds. Its focal height reaches 67 meters, providing a geographic range of 21 nautical miles. The structure includes a lantern and gallery, and the site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: The Kholmsk lighthouse is a recognizable landmark, guiding vessels into the industrial harbor. It incorporates a 1913 Barbier, Benard & Turenne Fresnel lens.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) White 14.1s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
14.1s
Raw Code
Fl W 14.1s
Focal Height
67m
Geographic Range
21NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1958

Significant events: black bands added in 1963

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
28m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with black and white horizontal bands
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower with lantern and gallery, painted with black and white horizontal bands

Location

Country
🇷🇺Russia
Region
Sakhalin Oblast
Sea Region
promontory on the south side of the harbor of Kholmsk
Latitude
47.0313°
Longitude
142.0342°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Kholmsk(1.3 km)
ARLHS No.
ASR-032
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kholmsk Lighthouse at night?+
Kholmsk displays the characteristic Fl (3) White 14.1s — 3 white flashes every 14.1 seconds. 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Kholmsk Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kholmsk Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kholmsk at 1.7 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Nevelsk (22.4 NM SSW), CHEKHOV (25.4 NM N), Korsakov (38.3 NM SE), Prigorodnoye (43.5 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kholmsk Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kholmsk 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 Kholmsk Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kholmsk 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.