|
Managing Organization:
U.S. Coast Guard
Notes:
The original Texas tower was replaced by a smaller structure c. 1997.
Height of Focal Plane: 67
Characteristic and Range: Flashing white every 2.5 seconds.
Description of Tower: Beacon on platform supported by three legs with larger central column.
This light is operational
Earlier Towers?
1961: "Texas tower" style structure with light tower on square landing platform.
Date Established: 1961
Date Present Tower Built: 1997
Date Automated: 1980
Optics: 1961: DCB-224
Fog Signal: Automated horn with two blasts every 30 seconds.
Current Use: Active aid to navigation.
Open To Public? No.
|
Keepers Picks
Build your own lighthouse watch!