St. Joseph Point Light, Wooden lighthouse in Gulf County, Florida
The square wooden lighthouse stands at the entrance of St. Joseph Bay, featuring a pyramidal tower located 600 feet from the seaward direction.
The original St. Joseph Point Light was established in 1839, replacing an earlier structure that marked the entrance to St. Joseph Bay for maritime navigation.
The lighthouse residence housed military troops during World War II, transforming its storage rooms into functional barracks for Coast Guard personnel.
The lighthouse structure includes essential work areas and storage spaces beneath the main tower, providing functional space for maritime operations.
The wooden lighthouse structure was sold and transformed into a private residence after its deactivation, preserving its architectural elements for future generations.
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