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Fourteen Foot Bank Lighthouse

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Name and Location

The Fourteen Foot Bank Lighthouse is located at the coordinates 39.0482521° N, -75.1822688° W in Kent County, Delaware, United States. It stands at an elevation of approximately 18 feet (5.5 meters) above sea level, overlooking the Delaware Bay.

Construction and History

The Fourteen Foot Bank Lighthouse was constructed in 1888 during the Late Romantic era. Its official name is "Fourteen Foot Bank Light", while locally it is known as the "Fourteen Foot Bank Lighthouse"/>.

Architecture and Materials

Unfortunately, information on the architectural style and construction materials used in the lighthouse's design is currently unavailable.

Light and Navigation

The light range and characteristic are also not publicly available. The height of the lighthouse is 18 feet (5.5 meters), while its focal height is unknown at this time.

Accessibility and Visiting

Visitors are not permitted to enter the lighthouse due to its private ownership and restricted access. No information on opening hours, entrance fees, guided tours, or on-site facilities is currently available.

Notable Views and Landscape

The surrounding landscape and environment of the Fourteen Foot Bank Lighthouse are characterized by a mix of coastal wetlands, mudflats, and sandy beaches, providing a unique ecosystem for local wildlife. Nearby attractions include the Delaware Bay, the Cape Henlopen State Park, and the Lewes Beach.

Anecdotes and Folklore

No stories of former lighthouse keepers or significant historical events have been documented as occurring at or near the Fourteen Foot Bank Lighthouse.

Technical and Operational Details

Unfortunately, information on whether the lighthouse is automated or manually operated is currently unavailable. The managing authority for the Fourteen Foot Bank Lighthouse is currently unknown due to its private ownership.

Further Information

A Wikipedia article on the Fourteen Foot Bank Light can be found here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fourteen_Foot_Bank_Light">https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fourteen_Foot_Bank_Light. No references for further reading are currently available.

Details

NameFourteen Foot Bank Lighthouse
City
CountryUnited States
Coordinates39.0482521, -75.1822688
Year of construction1888
Tower height5.5
Accessiblefalse
Landscape typerocky coast
View descriptioncoastal wetlands, mudflats, and sandy beaches
Nearby attractionsDelaware Bay, Cape Henlopen State Park, Lewes Beach