Name and Location

The South Breakwater Light is a historic lighthouse located in Laketon Township, Muskegon County, Michigan, United States. Its official name is also known as the Muskegon Breakwater Light.

Construction and History

Construction on the South Breakwater Light began in 1927 and was completed in 1931, making it a product of the Roaring Twenties era.

Architecture and Materials

The lighthouse stands at an impressive height of 21 meters (69 feet) with a focal plane elevation of 13.7 meters (45 feet). Its design is characterized by a square tower with a pyramidal roof, resting on a rectangular base. The structure is constructed from reinforced concrete.

Light and Navigation

The light characteristic of the South Breakwater Light is an Iso R red light, exhibited every 6 seconds, and has a range of 8 nautical miles (14.8 kilometers). The light was originally powered by acetylene, but it was converted to electricity in the 1970s. The lighthouse has been automated since its construction, with no longer requiring manual operation.

Accessibility and Visiting

Visitors can access the South Breakwater Light, which is currently not open to the public for guided tours. The surrounding landscape offers a picturesque view of Lake Michigan's shoreline and the nearby city of Muskegon.

Notable Views and Landscape

Visitors can enjoy a scenic view of Lake Michigan's shoreline, Muskegon's cityscape, and the surrounding natural environment from the South Breakwater Light's location.

Anecdotes and Folklore

No specific local folklore or unique anecdotes are available for the South Breakwater Light. However, one significant historical event related to this lighthouse is the shipwreck of the SS Daniel J. Morrell, which occurred in 1966.

Technical and Operational Details

The managing authority for the South Breakwater Light is the U.S. Coast Guard. The nautical chart reference for this lighthouse is LLNR 18705 (Reference: Seamark). The lighthouse currently serves as a minor aid to navigation under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Coast Guard.

Further Information

For nearby attractions and information on how to reach Muskegon, please refer to the following sources:

• * Wikipedia: en:Muskegon
• * National Park Service (NPS): https://www.nps.gov/subjects/nationalregister/index.htm