Browns Head Light, Maritime beacon in Knox County, United States
Browns Head Light is a cylindrical granite lighthouse on Maine's rocky coastline featuring a six-sided lantern house and standing 6 meters tall. The structure sits on a rocky point and continues to serve as a navigation aid for vessels passing through the surrounding waters.
The lighthouse began operations in 1832 to serve as a vital navigation aid for maritime traffic. Major improvements were made to the structure in 1857 to enhance its effectiveness and reliability.
The structure represents 19th-century lighthouse design with architectural details typical of that era, including the six-sided lantern house and solid granite construction. These elements show how maritime buildings were built to withstand harsh coastal conditions.
The site is reachable by walking along the rocky shoreline and is more accessible during low tide. Be careful of wet rocks and strong currents near the water's edge.
A covered passageway connects the lighthouse directly to the keeper's residence, creating a single integrated complex at this exposed coastal location. This design was practical for protecting staff during harsh winter weather.
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