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Oprichnik

Набережная улица

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Oprichnik (Kamenka)
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Oprichnik Lighthouse

The Oprichnik lighthouse is an important aid to navigation located on the coast of Russia.

History

  • The Oprichnik lighthouse was constructed in 2009, as part of a series of modernization projects for the Russian maritime infrastructure.

Architecture and Construction Materials

The lighthouse features an octahedral tower with a lantern room at its summit. The structure is built from traditional materials, including stone and metal.

Light Characteristics

  • The Oprichnik lighthouse emits a white light with a range of 23 nautical miles (43 km) and a height of 180 meters (590 ft).
  • The light has a period of 7.5 minutes and operates on a reserve light schedule.

Current Status

The Oprichnik lighthouse is currently an active aid to navigation, although it may be automated in the future.

Location and Accessibility

The Oprichnik lighthouse is situated at the address Набережная улица in Kamenka, Russia. The location is easily accessible by road or public transportation.

Heritage Status

No specific heritage status has been assigned to the Oprichnik lighthouse.

Notable Historical Events

  • Note: Unfortunately, no notable historical events are recorded for this lighthouse.

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Details

NameOprichnik
CityKamenka
CountryRussia
Coordinates44.448082, 136.03467
Current useactive navigation