Fourteen Foot Bank Light

The square cast-iron structure stands 40 feet tall with a house-like design, situated at the south end of Joe Flogger Shoal in Delaware Bay.

Built between 1885 and 1886, this lighthouse pioneered the use of pneumatic caisson construction methods, setting a precedent for marine engineering projects.

The lighthouse represents maritime navigation advancement, earning recognition on the National Register of Historic Places in March 1989 for its engineering significance.

The light flashes white every 9 seconds with a range of 13 nautical miles, while red sectors mark nearby shoals for maritime safety.

Located 11 miles offshore, the structure includes wooden caissons excavated 23 feet below the seabed, filled with 2,000 cubic yards of concrete.

Location: Kent County

Inception: 1886

Height: 12 m

GPS coordinates: 39.04820,-75.18360

Latest update: March 9, 2025 02:31