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Managing Organization:
U.S. Coast Guard
Notes:
This lighthouse was built at the end of the old North Pier in 1912. In 1932 it was moved to the new North Breakwater and put atop a new base that raised it in height from 44 to 67 feet.
Tower Height: 67
Height of Focal Plane: 72
Characteristic and Range: Fixed white.
Description of Tower: White, square, pyramidal steel tower on square steel base; lantern roof and gallery are black.
This light is operational
Date Established: 1912
Date Present Tower Built: 1912
Tower Moved?
1932
Current Use: Active aid to navigation.
Open To Public? No.
Directions:
The lighthouse is on a breakwater near the western end of Main Street in Frankfort; it can be reached in calm weather by walking on the breakwater. There is a beach and parking nearby.
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