Georgetown Light, Lighthouse at Winyah Bay entrance near Georgetown, South Carolina
The white brick tower with black lantern stands 87 feet tall and guides ships through the entrance of Winyah Bay with its fourth-order Fresnel lens.
The original cypress structure from 1801 fell to a storm in 1806, leading to the construction of the current brick tower in 1812.
The lighthouse construction involved local labor forces and materials, reflecting the maritime importance of Georgetown during the rice and indigo trade period.
The automated light system operates continuously with a range of 15 nautical miles, serving as an essential navigation aid for vessels entering Winyah Bay.
The lighthouse grounds, part of Tom Yawkey Wildlife Center Heritage Preserve, contain remnants of two former resort settlements, La Grange and Lafayette Village.
GPS coordinates: 33.22266,-79.18500
Latest update: March 9, 2025 04:16
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