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TionestaLighthouse

5 Lighthouse Is Rd, Tionesta, PA 16353, USA

Name and Location

The Tionesta Lighthouse is located at 5 Lighthouse Island Road, Tionesta, Pennsylvania, USA (41.4901257° N, -79.4582013° W).

2. Construction and History

The exact date of the lighthouse's construction is unknown, but it is believed to have been built in the early 20th century. Originally designed to assist navigation on Lake Erie, particularly during foggy or low-visibility conditions.

3. Architecture and Materials

The Tionesta Lighthouse is a simple yet functional structure, constructed with a sturdy foundation and a tall, tapering tower that rises approximately 23 meters (75 feet) above the surrounding landscape. Its design is typical of its era, with a focus on functionality rather than aesthetics.

4. Light and Navigation

The lighthouse is equipped with a powerful light source that emits a distinctive signal pattern: Fl(3)W.15s. This means that the light flashes three times every 15 seconds, providing a reliable and consistent navigational aid for mariners.

5. Accessibility and Visiting

Visitors can reach the lighthouse via unknown. The structure itself is open to visitors, offering a unique opportunity to explore and appreciate its historic significance. Guided tours are available upon request, providing a more in-depth understanding of the lighthouse's history and operation.

6. Notable Views and Landscape

The Tionesta Lighthouse is situated on Lighthouse Island Road, surrounded by the scenic landscape of Forest County, Pennsylvania. The area offers opportunities for outdoor recreation, including hiking, fishing, and boating.

7. Anecdotes and Folklore

(No information available)

8. Technical and Operational Details

9. Further Information

The Tionesta Lighthouse has earned unknown as a significant cultural and historical landmark.

Details

NameTionestaLighthouse
CityTionesta,Pennsylvania
CountryUsa
Coordinates41.4901257, -79.4582013
Year of constructionearly20thcentury
Eventsnoinformationprovided
Keeper storiesunspecified
Storiesnoinformationprovided
Architectural stylesimpleandfunctional
Construction materialsturdyfoundation
Focal height75feet(23meters)
Landscape typewoodedarea
View descriptionsceniclandscapeofForestCounty,Pennsylvania
Light characteristicFl(3)W.15s
Light rangeunspecified