Eatons Neck Light, Maritime lighthouse in Eatons Neck, United States.
Eatons Neck Light is a 22-meter tall fieldstone structure standing on the coast of Huntington Bay to mark the entrance to Long Island Sound. The building features an octagonal pyramidal shape with brick reinforcement and rests on a foundation combining dressed stone and timber.
The structure was built in 1798 and began operating on January 1, 1799, to assist ships navigating Long Island Sound. It was constructed in response to growing maritime traffic and the need for improved navigation safety on this busy coastline.
The lighthouse takes its name from the surrounding peninsula and served as a vital reference point for fishermen and trading vessels in the region for generations. The structure embodies the maritime heritage of 18th-century coastal life in New York.
The site is accessible from nearby coastal roads and offers good views of the surrounding bay. Visitors should wear sturdy shoes as the terrain is uneven, particularly after wet weather.
The fog horn produces a three-second blast every thirty seconds, creating a distinctive sound that helped sailors locate the coast even in thick fog. This audio signal was so reliable that mariners could recognize it from miles away.
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