Avery Point Light, Lighthouse in Avery Point, Groton, US.
The octagonal concrete tower rises 55 feet tall, featuring a white lantern room and a black roof overlooking Long Island Sound.
Built in 1943 during World War II, the lighthouse remained unlit until 1944 due to potential enemy invasion concerns.
The structure stands as the last original lighthouse constructed in Connecticut, representing maritime navigation advancement in the mid-20th century.
Located at 1084 Shennecossett Road, the lighthouse operates through solar power and emits green flashes every four seconds.
The lighthouse functions within the University of Connecticut Avery Point campus, maintained by students and Coast Guard personnel without formal keepers.
Location: Groton
Inception: 1943
Made from material: concrete
Address: 1084 Shennecossett Road
GPS coordinates: 41.31522,-72.06361
Latest update: March 2, 2025 21:38
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