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Duluth North Pier Light

Duluth Harbor North Breakwater Light, N Pier, Duluth, MN 55802, USA

Name and Location

The Duluth North Pier Light, also known as the Duluth Harbor North Breakwater Light, is located in Duluth, Minnesota, United States.

2. Construction and History

The Duluth North Pier Light was built to serve as a vital aid to navigation for ships traveling along the north shore of Lake Superior. It was constructed in 1910 and has been guiding mariners through treacherous waters since then. The lighthouse has been operated by various organizations, including the U.S. Coast Guard, before being automated in 1970.

3. Architecture and Materials

The Duluth North Pier Light is a white cylindrical tower with a black top and base, standing at a height of approximately 13 meters (43 feet).

4. Light and Navigation

The lighthouse's focal plane is located at a height of about 40 meters (131 feet) above the water level. Its light characteristic is Iso red, with a range of 12 nautical miles.

5. Accessibility and Visiting

While the lighthouse is still operational, it is not open to the general public for guided tours or visits. However, visitors can access the surrounding area and enjoy the scenic views of Lake Superior and the Duluth Harbor complex.

6. Notable Views and Landscape

Visitors can enjoy the scenic views of Lake Superior and the Duluth Harbor complex from the surrounding area.

8. Technical and Operational Details

The lighthouse's coordinates are 46.7809351° N, 92.0882582° W. You can find it on a map at unknown.

9. Further Information

  • * National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) database
  • * U.S. Coast Guard Seamark Database

Details

NameDuluth North Pier Light
City
CountryOther
Coordinates46.7809351, -92.0882582