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Neva Bay Floodgate Inner North Mole Lighthouse

Fl Red 5s🇷🇺RUOperational

Location & Light Range

About Neva Bay Floodgate Inner North Mole Lighthouse

This red, cylindrical tower stands 10 meters tall, with its light positioned 14 meters above sea level. Built in 2008, it features a white horizontal band against its red exterior. The lighthouse guides vessels entering the Neva Bay Floodgate, located 0.6 kilometers from Kronshtadt. Its operational status is confirmed, and it emits a red flash every 5 seconds, visible for 11.6 nautical miles. The structure is part of a larger flood protection complex.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for ships navigating the Neva Bay Floodgate, warning them of the south mole and ensuring safe passage through the engineered channel.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl R 5s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2008

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Kronshtadt(0.6 km)
Admiralty No.
C4011.6
NGA No.
13022.1

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red with a white horizontal band

Structure: round cylindrical tower, painted red with a white horizontal band

Location

Country
🇷🇺RU
Latitude
59.9917°
Longitude
29.7034°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Neva Bay Floodgate Inner North Mole Lighthouse at night?+
Neva Bay Floodgate Inner North Mole 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 Neva Bay Floodgate Inner North Mole Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Neva Bay Floodgate Inner North Mole Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kronshtadt at 1.7 NM to the E. Other ports served include Bronka Port (3.5 NM S), LOMONOSOV (4.4 NM SSE), Lomonosov (5.6 NM S), Gorskaya (8.2 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Neva Bay Floodgate Inner North Mole Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Neva Bay Floodgate Inner North Mole 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 Neva Bay Floodgate Inner North Mole Lighthouse?+
Neva Bay Floodgate Inner North Mole Lighthouse is located within the Baltic Sea trade route — a vital shipping corridor for trade between Scandinavian, German, Polish, and Baltic state ports. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Neva Bay Floodgate Inner North Mole Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Neva Bay Floodgate Inner North Mole 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.