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Neva Bay Floodgate Inner South Mole Lighthouse

Fl Green 5s🇷🇺RUOperational

Location & Light Range

About Neva Bay Floodgate Inner South Mole Lighthouse

This 10-meter cylindrical tower was built in 2008 to mark the eastern entrance of the Neva Bay Floodgate. Painted green with a white horizontal band, it stands 14 meters above sea level. The lighthouse guides vessels along the edge of the south mole, extending into the bay waters. Its green light flashes once every 5 seconds. Located 0.6 kilometers from Kronshtadt, it is part of a larger engineering system designed to protect St. Petersburg.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for ships entering the Neva Bay Floodgate, specifically marking the south mole.

Light & Optic

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

Construction & History

Year Built
2008

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Kronshtadt(0.6 km)
Admiralty No.
C4011.4
NGA No.
13022

Tower & Structure

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

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

Location

Country
🇷🇺RU
Latitude
59.9917°
Longitude
29.7033°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Neva Bay Floodgate Inner South Mole Lighthouse at night?+
Neva Bay Floodgate Inner South Mole displays the characteristic Fl Green 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Neva Bay Floodgate Inner South Mole Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Neva Bay Floodgate Inner South 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 South Mole Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Neva Bay Floodgate Inner South 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 South Mole Lighthouse?+
Neva Bay Floodgate Inner South 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 South Mole Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Neva Bay Floodgate Inner South 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.