Dry Tortugas Light, Brick lighthouse in Monroe County, United States.
The Dry Tortugas Light stands 48 meters tall on Loggerhead Key, featuring thick brick walls that taper from 6 feet at the base to 4 feet at the top.
The lighthouse began operations in 1858 under keeper Benjamin H. Kerr, who earned $600 annually while supervising two assistants who maintained the navigation equipment.
The structure represents mid-19th century engineering methods and has attracted documentation through maritime records, photographs, and technical studies throughout its existence.
Access to the lighthouse requires advance planning and transportation arrangements via boat or seaplane from the mainland through Dry Tortugas National Park services.
The lighthouse received an electric lamp upgrade in 1931, making it one of the strongest beacons in America with an output of three million candela.
Location: Monroe County
Inception: 1858
Height: 48 m
Made from material: brick
GPS coordinates: 24.63334,-82.92054
Latest update: May 16, 2025 08:15
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