Cape Hatteras Lighthouse

Posted on 05 June 2010

Cape Hatteras Light House at her current location.Still just as great as ever,but nothing beats the view from her original location. Exact Google Earth Location: 35 15’01.86″ N 75 31’44.09″ W Also the younger kid’s first time in the Lighthouse. Filmed on location in Buxton,NC July 17th 2009 Specifications Construction material: Approximately 1250000 bricks Height above sea level: 210 feet (64 m) Height of the structure: about 208 feet (63 m) (from the bottom of the foundation footer to the top of the spire on the roof) Daymark: black and white spiral stripes Number of steps: 268 steps to reach the light Brightness: 800 kilocandelas from each of two 1000-watt lamps Flash pattern: Every 7.5 seconds a short flash is visible Visibility: From 20 nautical miles (37 km) in clear conditions. In exceptional conditions, it has been seen from 51 miles (94 km) out.

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