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Summersville Lake Lighthouse

Old Anchor Road

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Summersville Lake Lighthouse

The Summersville Lake Lighthouse is situated on Old Anchor Road, near the shores of Summersville Lake in Nicholas County, West Virginia, United States.

Location and Accessibility

  • The lighthouse was constructed to serve as a navigational aid for mariners traversing the lake.
  • The structure is made of traditional materials used in lighthouse construction, although specific details are not available.

History

The lighthouse's construction year is not specified, but it has been an important part of the region's maritime heritage.

Architecture and Construction Materials

  • The tower height of the lighthouse is 31.6 meters (103.7 feet), with a focal height of approximately 40 meters (131.2 feet).

Light Characteristics

The light characteristics of the Summersville Lake Lighthouse include a unknown light, which can be seen from unknown nautical miles.

Current Status

The lighthouse remains an active aid to navigation, although its operation may have been automated at some point in time. It is currently managed by Summersville Lake Retreat.

Heritage Status

No specific heritage status has been assigned to the Summersville Lake Lighthouse.

Notable Historical Events

Unfortunately, no notable historical events are recorded for this lighthouse.

Visiting Information

The Summersville Lake Lighthouse can be visited at its location on Old Anchor Road. However, no information is available regarding guided tours or access restrictions.

Details

NameSummersville Lake Lighthouse
City
CountryUnited States
Coordinates38.199593, -80.86451
Current useactive navigation