Notes: This lighthouse burned down by Confederate forces in 1862. It was replaced by Point Aux Herbes Light across the lake. Height of Focal Plane: 39 Description of Tower: Two-story dwelling with 12-foot tower on roof.
This light is not operational
Date Established: 1848 Date Deactivated: 1862 Current Use: Destroyed. Keepers: John Wadsworth (1848), Vincenzo Scorza (1848-1862, captured by Confederate forces in 1862, later escaped from Camp Moore).
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