Kevich Lighthouse

Location and Accessibility

The Kevich Lighthouse is situated on Lake Shore Road in the town of Grafton, Wisconsin, USA. It can be accessed by visiting the location directly.

History

Built in 1981, this privately owned lighthouse was constructed by an individual with a general interest in lighthouses. Located on the former site of the unincorporated community of Ulao, Wisconsin, it is listed as light no. 20765 on USCG navigation maps.

Architecture

The Kevich Lighthouse stands 120 feet above the lake level, making it the second highest light on Lake Michigan. Its tower features a rotating shield surrounding two bulbs: one 1,000 watt and another 400 watt. The light emits four seconds of illumination followed by four seconds of darkness.

Current Status

The Kevich Lighthouse is currently an active aid to navigation, although its status as privately owned is notable among US lighthouses.

Heritage Status

This lighthouse has been listed on the USCG navigation maps and officially registered as a United States Coast Guard Class II Private Aid Light in 1990.

• Location and Accessibility: The Kevich Lighthouse is situated on Lake Shore Road in the town of Grafton, Wisconsin, USA. It can be accessed by visiting the location directly.
• History: Built in 1981, this privately owned lighthouse was constructed by an individual with a general interest in lighthouses. Located on the former site of the unincorporated community of Ulao, Wisconsin, it is listed as light no. 20765 on USCG navigation maps.
• Architecture: The Kevich Lighthouse stands 120 feet above the lake level, making it the second highest light on Lake Michigan. Its tower features a rotating shield surrounding two bulbs: one 1,000 watt and another 400 watt. The light emits four seconds of illumination followed by four seconds of darkness.
• Current Status: The Kevich Lighthouse is currently an active aid to navigation, although its status as privately owned is notable among US lighthouses.
• Heritage Status: This lighthouse has been listed on the USCG navigation maps and officially registered as a United States Coast Guard Class II Private Aid Light in 1990.