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Smirnykh District West Coast Lighthouse Lighthouse

Fl White 6s🇷🇺RUOperational

Location & Light Range

About Smirnykh District West Coast Lighthouse Lighthouse

This metal, cylindrical lighthouse stands 17 meters tall on Mys Korsakova, a tombolo formation connecting a small island to the Sakhalin mainland. Its white, skeletal tower features a slatted daymark enclosing the upper two-thirds. The light emits a single white flash every 6 seconds, visible for 25.1 nautical miles. The structure is situated 102 meters above sea level. It is located approximately 22.7 kilometers from Boshnyakovo, its nearest port.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marked a critical point near the pre-WWII border with Japan, serving as a navigational aid for ships traversing a sensitive maritime boundary. Its location on Mys Korsakova also highlights a specific geographical feature that required a navigational warning.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl W 6s
Focal Height
102m
Geographic Range
25.1NM

Location

Country
🇷🇺RU
Latitude
50.0205°
Longitude
142.1404°

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Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
17m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
metal

Structure: square cylindrical skeletal tower; the upper 2/3 is enclosed by a slatted daymark painted white

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Boshnyakovo(22.7 km)
Admiralty No.
M7706
NGA No.
0162
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Smirnykh District West Coast Lighthouse Lighthouse at night?+
Smirnykh District West Coast Lighthouse displays the characteristic Fl White 6s. 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 Smirnykh District West Coast Lighthouse Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Smirnykh District West Coast Lighthouse Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is Novy Knin at 16.1 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Boshnyakovo (22.6 NM S), Lesogorsk (35.3 NM S), Oktyabr'skiy (42.8 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Smirnykh District West Coast Lighthouse Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Smirnykh District West Coast Lighthouse 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 Smirnykh District West Coast Lighthouse Lighthouse?+
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