Tuesday, July 28, 2009

Saint John Coast Guard Lighthouse




Built in 1980 this decorative but inactive lighthouse stands vigil in Market Slip Saint John. It was built by the personnel of the Saint John Coast Guard base and equipped with a with a 4° Fresnel lens transferred from the Grindstone Island Light. The lighthouse was not intended as an aid to navigation. Located near the end of the wharf on the base, on Water Street; visible from across Market Slip. Site and tower closed.

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