Conimicut Light, Historic lighthouse in Warwick, United States
Conimicut Light is a lighthouse in Warwick, Rhode Island, featuring a cylindrical cast iron tower positioned where the Providence River meets Narragansett Bay. The structure continues to function as an automated navigation aid for vessels passing through these waters.
An earlier lighthouse was built in 1868 but was destroyed by floating ice. The current structure was constructed in 1883 using pneumatic caisson engineering, reflecting the technological advances in maritime construction of that era.
The lighthouse serves as a navigation landmark that has guided boats through these waters for generations, connecting to the region's long relationship with the sea and maritime trade.
The lighthouse can be viewed from accessible areas near the water since it stands in a public location. Visitors should be prepared for exposure to elements as conditions vary significantly with the season.
The foundation was built using pneumatic caisson engineering, a technique rarely applied that makes it one of the few remaining examples of this construction method. This technical approach makes the 19th century innovation tangible when viewing the structure today.
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