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Muskegon South Pier and Breakwater Lights |
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The narrow strip of water that connects Muskegon Lake to Lake Michigan is protected by two concrete walls
The first light, a wooden structure, was built in 1851 on the keepers dwelling. In 1871, Muskegon South
Breakwater Light was rebuilt as a square steel-sided structure and remained with the keepers dwelling. When
it was decommissioned in 1903, it was moved
The present day Muskegon South Pier Light was built in 1903. The light is a conical cast iron-sided tower painted fire-engine red for ease of recognition during the daytime. On top of the tower is a parapet and lantern room. The lantern room houses the original fourth order Fresnel lens. Directions: From US-31 at the point where it junctions with I-96, southeast of Muskegon., take N. Business Route 31 (Seaway Drive) west then north 4.2 miles to Sherman Boulevard. Turn left (west) onto Sherman Boulevard and go 3.2 miles to Beach Street. Turn right (north) onto Beach Street and follow it 1.9 miles to the Pere Marquette Park parking area. More Pictures of Muskegon Lighthouse (South Breakwater Light)... |
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