East Charity Shoal Light
East Charity Shoal Light, Historic lighthouse in Cape Vincent, United States.
Description
East Charity Shoal Light is a lighthouse standing in the St. Lawrence River near Cape Vincent, positioned to warn vessels of dangerous shoals in this area. The structure rises roughly 12 meters from the water and remains visible from multiple vantage points along the shoreline.
History
This lighthouse was built in 1877 to improve safety for growing commercial navigation on the St. Lawrence River. Its construction came during a period of expanding trade between the Great Lakes and the Atlantic.
Culture
The National Register of Historic Places includes this lighthouse as a representation of American maritime engineering and navigation technology.
Practical
The lighthouse can be viewed from several spots along Cape Vincent's waterfront and surrounding areas. Clear weather offers the best visibility for observing the structure from various distances.
Did you know?
The structure was designed with reinforced engineering to withstand the extreme conditions of the St. Lawrence River, particularly ice formation and powerful currents. This robust construction reflects how maritime builders adapted their methods to local environmental challenges.
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