Mendota Lighthouse
Fl W 20s🇺🇸Michigan's Western Upper Peninsula, USInactive
Location & Light Range
About Mendota Lighthouse
The Mendota Light stands on Michigan's Western Upper Peninsula. Construction of the lighthouse was completed in 1869, the same year it was first lit. The tower itself measures 11 meters in height, with its focal plane positioned 13 meters above the water. This structure emits a white light. The light is no longer operational.
Why it matters: This lighthouse was constructed to aid navigation between Lake Superior and Lac La Belle. It is recognized for its historical significance and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Background
The Mendota Light, also known as the Bete Grise light, was built on the Keweenaw Peninsula of Michigan to facilitate travel between Lake Superior and Lac La Belle (an artificial canal having been made to connect the two).Light & Optic
Characteristic Signature
Fl W 20s
- Flash Type
- Flashing
- Light Color
- White
- Flash Count
- 1 flash
- Interval
- 20s
- Focal Height
- 13m
Construction & History
- Year Built
- 1869
- Heritage Status
- National Register of Historic Places listed place
References & Identifiers
- Wikipedia
- Read on Wikipedia →
- Wikidata
- Q6816728 →
Tower & Structure
- Tower Height
- 11m
Location
- City
- Michigan's Western Upper Peninsula
- Country
- 🇺🇸US
- Latitude
- 47.3743°
- Longitude
- -87.9667°
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