Crooked River Lighthouse

The Crooked River Lighthouse, also known as the Carrabelle Light, is a historic lighthouse located on Cape Street in the United States.

History

• Built in 1895, the Crooked River Lighthouse was constructed to replace the Dog Island Light, which had been destroyed by a hurricane in 1875. The new light served as the rear range light for the channel to the west of Dog Island, used by ships in the lumber trade.
• This strategic location allowed the lighthouse to provide critical navigation assistance to vessels.

Architecture

The Crooked River Lighthouse features a lattice-shaped tower with a distinctive red and white color pattern. The structure is believed to have been designed by a prominent architect of its time, although no specific details are available.

The lighthouse's construction materials are not specified in the available data.

Light Characteristics

• The Crooked River Light emits a horizontal beam of light with a range of 35 nautical miles and a period of 15 seconds.
• The light is yellow in color and is reported to be visible at night, although no further details are available on this aspect.

Current Status

The Crooked River Lighthouse is currently not an active aid to navigation. Its status as a private beacon is also unclear, but it is reportedly not open to the public for viewing.

Location and Accessibility

The lighthouse is situated on Cape Street in the United States. While no information is available on accessibility or nearby attractions, its location near the mainland allows for relatively easy access by car or other land-based transportation.

Heritage Status

The Crooked River Lighthouse has been designated as a National Historic Landmark (NHL) with reference number 78000941. This designation recognizes the lighthouse's historical significance and importance in the country's maritime heritage.

Notable Historical Events

There is no information available on notable historical events associated with the Crooked River Lighthouse.