Point Aux Roches Light, Stone lighthouse in Clinton County, United States
Point Aux Roches Light is a stone lighthouse on Lake Champlain in Clinton County, built with blue limestone blocks arranged in an octagonal form. The structure rises about 15 meters above water level and stands out because of its distinctive geometric shape.
The lighthouse was built in 1858 to guide ships safely through Lake Champlain, serving this function for over a hundred years. In 1989, the navigational function was stopped and the building was converted into a private residence.
The lighthouse represents the maritime heritage of Clinton County, reflecting the development of Lake Champlain's navigation system through the 19th century.
The lighthouse has become a private residence and cannot be visited by the public since it is used as a home. Visitors can view the structure from the water or from nearby vantage points along the shore.
The tower was originally equipped with a Fresnel lens, an optical system from that era that efficiently projected light across great distances. This technology was revolutionary for 19th-century maritime navigation.
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