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Moskal'vo Area (Baykal Bay) Lighthouses Lighthouse

Iso white 3s🇷🇺RUOperational

Location & Light Range

About Moskal'vo Area (Baykal Bay) Lighthouses Lighthouse

A cylindrical metal tower, standing 9 meters tall, marks the Moskal'vo Area in Russia's Sakhalin Oblast. The structure displays alternating black and white horizontal bands. Its light emits a white, isophase signal, meaning it is illuminated for a consistent duration and then dark for an equal interval, with a total cycle of 6 seconds. This light provides a geographic range of 10 nautical miles. The lighthouse is situated near the port of Moskal'vo, approximately 2.8 kilometers away, and aids vessels entering Baykal Bay. The tower itself is 9 meters high, with the focal plane at the same elevation.

Why it matters: These lights guide vessels into the port of Moskal'vo, which supports oil exploration in the Sea of Okhotsk.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso white 3s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
white
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Iso.W
Focal Height
9m
Geographic Range
10NM

Location

Country
🇷🇺Russia
Region
Sakhalin Oblast
Latitude
53.5802°
Longitude
142.4651°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with black and white horizontal bands
Material
metal

Structure: round metal tower painted with black and white horizontal bands

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Moskalvo(2.8 km)
Admiralty No.
M7904
NGA No.
15589
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Moskal'vo Area (Baykal Bay) Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Moskal'vo Area (Baykal Bay) Lighthouses displays the characteristic Iso white 3s. 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 Moskal'vo Area (Baykal Bay) Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Moskal'vo Area (Baykal Bay) Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Moskalvo at 2.8 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Okha, Sakhalin (19.1 NM E), Widuchowa (27.9 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Moskal'vo Area (Baykal Bay) Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Moskal'vo Area (Baykal Bay) Lighthouses 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 Moskal'vo Area (Baykal Bay) Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Moskal'vo Area (Baykal Bay) Lighthouses 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.