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
Name | Cape Decision Light |
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City | Cape Decision |
Country | Usa |
Coordinates | 56.0015052, -134.1360029 |
Year of construction | 1976 |
Events | References for Further Reading |
Focal height | 48 |
Tower height | 7 |
Accessible | false |
Landscape type | waters and coastline |
View description | 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. |
Light characteristic | "Fl(3)W.15s" |
Light range | 41 |
Automated | true |