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Cape Decision Light

Cape Decision Coast Guard Heliport (CDE), Cape Decision, AK, USA

Name and Location

The Cape Decision Light is located at the Cape Decision Coast Guard Heliport (CDE) in Cape Decision, Alaska, USA.

Construction and History

The Cape Decision Light was built in 1976. The architect and architectural style are not publicly known, but it is believed to be a functional design with a practical purpose.

Architecture and Materials

No specific information available about the architecture or materials used in the construction of the lighthouse.

Light and Navigation

The lighthouse emits a Fl(3)W.15s light characteristic, with a range of approximately 22 nautical miles (41 kilometers).

Accessibility and Visiting

Visitors are not permitted to enter the lighthouse due to safety concerns. The lighthouse has been automated since its construction, eliminating the need for manual operation by keepers.

Notable Views and Landscape

The view from the Cape Decision Light is primarily focused on the surrounding waters and coastline, providing a unique perspective for mariners navigating the area.

Anecdotes and Folklore

No notable stories or anecdotes available about the lighthouse.

Technical and Operational Details

Standing at a height of 23 feet (7 meters), the Cape Decision Light's focal height is an impressive 156 feet (48 meters) above sea level.

Further Information

For more information, visit DVIDSHub.net ("Cape Decision Lighthouse").

Details

NameCape Decision Light
CityCape Decision
CountryUsa
Coordinates56.0015052, -134.1360029
Year of construction1976
EventsReferences for Further Reading
Focal height48
Tower height7
Accessiblefalse
Landscape typewaters and coastline
View descriptionThe view from the Cape Decision Light is primarily focused on the surrounding waters and coastline, providing a unique perspective for mariners navigating the area.
Light characteristic"Fl(3)W.15s"
Light range41
Automatedtrue