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Notes:
The lighthouse was severely damaged in 1944. It was restored between 1947 and 1950. Tower Height: 141 Height of Focal Plane: 135 Characteristic and Range: Two white flashes every 10 seconds; range 23 nautical miles. Description of Tower: Conical masonry tower, painted in black and white bands; dwelling adjacent.
This light is operational
Earlier Towers?
1830: Temporary wooden tower, 49 feet tall. 1840: Cylindrical tower, 120 feet tall. Date Established: 1830 Date Present Tower Built: 1892 Date Automated: 1972 Current Use: Active aid to navigation. Open To Public? Grounds only. Directions:
Accessible from Salin de Giraud by an unpaved road. Mapquest URL: Click here to get a map to this lighthouse!
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