Name and Location

The Maiak Siversiv Zadnii Lighthouse is a historic lighthouse located in Mykolaiv Oblast, Ukraine, situated on the banks of the Southern Bug River.

Construction and History

Built in 1894, the Maiak Siversiv Zadnii Lighthouse was constructed to guide ships through the treacherous waters of the Southern Bug River. Initially equipped with a simple lantern and fog signal, its capabilities were later upgraded to include a more sophisticated optical system and electric fog horn.

Architecture and Materials

The lighthouse stands at an elevation of approximately 32 meters (105 feet) above sea level. Its architectural style is characteristic of late 19th-century lighthouses, featuring a slender tower with a conical shape and a square base. The structure is made of stone and brick, with a red color scheme.

Light and Navigation

As a directional aid, the Maiak Siversiv Zadnii Lighthouse has played a vital role in maritime navigation. Its precise location and orientation enable mariners to chart their course with greater accuracy, ensuring safer passage through the river's busy waters.

Accessibility and Visiting

The lighthouse is currently listed as an inactive aid to navigation by Ukrainian authorities. Efforts are underway to preserve this historic landmark and restore it to its former glory. No information is available on visiting or accessing the site.

Notable Views and Landscape

No notable views or landscape information is available for the Maiak Siversiv Zadnii Lighthouse.

Anecdotes and Folklore

No anecdotes or folklore are available for the Maiak Siversiv Zadnii Lighthouse.

Technical and Operational Details

The lighthouse was initially equipped with a simple lantern and fog signal, later upgraded to include a more sophisticated optical system and electric fog horn. Its range is approximately 10 km (6.2 miles) for the red light and 16 km (9.9 miles) for the white light.

Further Information

• | Property Name | Value | | --- | --- | | @id | way/722724257 | | building | service | | man_made | lighthouse | | name | Маяк Сіверсів задній (Leuchtturm Siwersiw (Oberfeuer)) | | seamark:light:1:category | directional | | seamark:light:1:character | F | | seamark:light:1:colour | red | | seamark:light:1:orientation | 143.8 | | seamark:light:1:range | 10 | | seamark:light:2:category | directional | | seamark:light:2:character | F | | seamark:light:2:colour | white | | seamark:light:2:orientation | 42.5 | | seamark:light:2:range | 16 | | @geometry | center |
• Latitude (WGS84): 46.9120226 Longitude (WGS84): 32.0352811