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Nizmennyy Lighthouse

Fl White 7.5s🇷🇺RUOperational

Location & Light Range

About Nizmennyy Lighthouse

Also known as: Nizmennyy (Mys Nizmennyy)

Constructed in 1903, the Nizmennyy Lighthouse stands 18 meters tall and features a white, cylindrical brick tower. This structure rises from the front of a single-story brick keeper's house, topped with a lantern and gallery. Its focal height reaches 63 meters, casting a white light with one flash every 7.5 seconds. The lighthouse is located on a promontory approximately 59.3 kilometers from the port of Rudnaya Pristan. It guides maritime traffic along this stretch of the Sea of Japan coastline.

Why it matters: The Nizmennyy Lighthouse aids navigation southwest of Olga, marking a significant point along the Sea of Japan. Its integrated architectural design, with the tower emerging from the keeper's house, offers a distinct visual characteristic for mariners.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 7.5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
7.5s
Raw Code
Fl W 7.5s
Focal Height
63m
Geographic Range
20.5NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1903

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Rudnaya Pristan(59.3 km)
Admiralty No.
M7584
NGA No.
15900
ARLHS No.
ASR-049

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
18m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
brick

Structure: octagonal cylindrical tower with lantern and gallery, rising from the front of a 1-story brick keeper's house

Location

Country
🇷🇺RU
Latitude
43.5067°
Longitude
135.1415°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Nizmennyy Lighthouse at night?+
Nizmennyy displays the characteristic Fl White 7.5s. 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Nizmennyy Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Nizmennyy Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Ol'ga at 14.9 NM to the NNE. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Nizmennyy Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Nizmennyy 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 Nizmennyy Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Nizmennyy 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.