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Managing Organization:
Scott L. Holman
Website: http://www.graniteisland.com
Email:
Notes:
The lighthouse was abandoned after it was automated in 1939, and it fell into a state of severe disrepair. In 1999 the island, including the lighthouse, was sold to Scott Holman. It has been recently restored inside and out.
Tower Height: 40
Description of Tower: Square, granite tower attached to keeper's house, with black cast iron lantern.
This light is not operational
Other Buildings?
1868 two story granite and limestone keeper's house.
Date Established: 1869
Date Present Tower Built: 1869
Date Deactivated: ?
Date Automated: 1939
Optics: 1869: Fourth order Fresnel lens (removed).
Fog Signal: 1879: Fog bell.
Current Use: Privately owned.
Open To Public? No.
Directions:
Accessible by boat only.
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