Sapelo Island Light, Historic lighthouse in McIntosh County, Georgia, US.
The brick lighthouse stands 20 meters tall and features six alternating red and white horizontal stripes along its conical structure.
Built in 1820 by architect Winslow Lewis, the lighthouse remained operational until 1905 when a steel pyramidal tower replaced its navigation functions.
Alexander Hazzard served as head keeper in 1853, maintaining the lighthouse and guiding ships through the waters of Georgia's colonial coast.
Visitors access the lighthouse via ferry from Sapelo Island Visitor's Center, which connects to Highway 57 and Highway 99.
The structure holds the position of second-oldest brick lighthouse in the United States and contains the earliest surviving design by Winslow Lewis.
Location: McIntosh County
Inception: 1820
Architects: Winslow Lewis
Height: 20 m
Made from material: brick
GPS coordinates: 31.39200,-81.28520
Latest update: March 3, 2025 11:16
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