Name and Location

The Stratford Point Light is located at 1275 Prospect Dr, Stratford, CT 06615, USA, situated in Lordship, Connecticut.

Construction and History

The Stratford Point Light was built in 1881 to guide mariners through the Housatonic River and Long Island Sound. It was designed by architect George A. Clough, who also designed several other notable lighthouses along the Connecticut coast. Initially, the light was lit by a fourth-order Fresnel lens, which was later replaced with a modern optic.

Architecture and Materials

The Stratford Point Light is a brick and stone tower standing 45 feet (13.7 meters) tall, with a focal height of 65 feet (19.8 meters). The structure features a square base, with four octagonal stages above, surmounted by a gallery and lantern room. The lighthouse's architecture reflects the Victorian era style, characteristic of many coastal structures from that period.

Light and Navigation

The Stratford Point Light emits a white light every 15 seconds (Fl(3)W.15s). The light is visible for 13 miles (21 kilometers) out to sea and serves as an important navigational aid for mariners traversing the busy waters of Long Island Sound.

Accessibility and Visiting

Visitors can access the lighthouse grounds and enjoy the surrounding park area.

Notable Views and Landscape

No information available on notable views or landscape.

Anecdotes and Folklore

No anecdotes or folklore available.

Technical and Operational Details

The lighthouse was automated in the mid-20th century, replacing its original manual operation. Today, the Stratford Point Light remains an active aid to navigation under the jurisdiction of the United States Coast Guard.

Further Information

The Stratford Point Light has been featured in various publications, including Wikipedia (en:Stratford Point Light) and Wikidata (Q7621979). The lighthouse's NRHP nomination form (#89001476) provides additional information on the structure's history, architecture, and significance.