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Proliv Starka Lighthouse

Fl Red 5s🇷🇺RUOperational

Location & Light Range

About Proliv Starka Lighthouse

An octagonal concrete tower, painted white, stands 6 meters tall. Its focal plane is 12 meters above sea level, casting a red light with one flash every 5 seconds. This structure provides a geographic range of 11 nautical miles. The lighthouse is situated near Vladivostok, approximately 8.9 kilometers from the port. While the surrounding site is open to visitors, the tower itself is closed to the public.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the channel and warns vessels of the rocky shores and currents in the strait leading to Vladivostok.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl R 5s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Location

Country
🇷🇺RU
Latitude
42.9864°
Longitude
131.7460°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Vladivostok(8.9 km)
Admiralty No.
M7435.3.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: octagonal concrete tower, painted white

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Proliv Starka Lighthouse at night?+
Proliv Starka 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 Proliv Starka Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Proliv Starka Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Vostokmorservice at 7.9 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Vladivostok (9.2 NM NE), Vladivostok (11.1 NM NE), Fish Port Terminal (11.1 NM NE), Slavyanka (16.8 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Proliv Starka Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Proliv Starka 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 Proliv Starka Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Proliv Starka 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.