OcontoHarborLighthouse
V5XH+72 Oconto, WI, USA
Name and Location
The Oconto Harbor Lighthouse is located in Oconto, Wisconsin, USA, standing on Splinter Causeway near V5XH+72, Oconto, WI 54153, USA (coordinates: -87.8223947, 44.8981762).
Construction and History
Unfortunately, the year of construction and the era are unknown. The lighthouse is no longer in operation as a navigation aid but has been repurposed as a museum.
Architecture and Materials
The architectural style and construction materials of the Oconto Harbor Lighthouse are not documented.
Light and Navigation
The height of the lighthouse is unknown, but it previously had a focal height of 35 feet (10.7 meters) when in operation. Unfortunately, information about the light range and characteristic is unavailable. The lighthouse was originally manually operated but has been automated at some point.
Accessibility and Visiting
Visitors can enter the structure, which offers a glimpse into its historic past. The museum is open on weekdays from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM and on weekends from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Admission is free, but guided tours are available for a fee. On-site facilities include a gift shop and restrooms.
Notable Views and Landscape
The view from the lighthouse is that of the Oconto Harbor and the surrounding landscape, offering a picturesque scene of water and land. The area is characterized by a mix of forests, wetlands, and agricultural land, with the shores of Green Bay nearby.
Anecdotes and Folklore
There are no notable stories or anecdotes available about this lighthouse or its former keepers.
Technical and Operational Details
There is limited information available regarding the technical and operational details of the Oconto Harbor Lighthouse. Visitors can explore the structure and learn more about its history and significance.
Further Information
The nearby city of Marinette offers additional attractions, including museums, parks, and outdoor recreational activities.
Details
Name | OcontoHarborLighthouse |
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City | Oconto |
Country | Usa |
Coordinates | 44.8981762, -87.8223947 |
Year of construction | unknown |
Events | none |
Historic significance | importantmaritimeaidandpopulartouristattraction |
Keeper stories | unavailable |
Stories | 1 |
Architectural style | notdocumented |
Construction material | notdocumented |
Focal height | 35feet(10.7meters) |
Tower height | unknown |
Renovations | notmentioned |
Landscape type | forests,wetlands,andagriculturalland |
View description | OcontoHarborandsurroundinglandscape |
Facilities | giftshop,restrooms |
Light characteristic | unavailable |
Light range | unavailable |