Maine, Cumberland County- Portland, Casco Bay, Spring Point Ledge Light- 2025
The conical spark plug style Spring Point ledge Light was built in 1897 at the entrance to Portland Harbor. The first floor of the tower was used for storage, and upper floors contained a galley kitchen, bedrooms and a watch room. The light was automated in 1934. In 1951, a breakwater was built to connect the light to the mainland. The U.S. Coast Guard turned over the light to the Spring Point Ledge Light Trust in 1998. The light is an active aid to navigation. (Source: Various)
Maine, Cumberland County- Portland, Casco Bay, Spring Point Ledge Light- 2025
The conical spark plug style Spring Point ledge Light was built in 1897 at the entrance to Portland Harbor. The first floor of the tower was used for storage, and upper floors contained a galley kitchen, bedrooms and a watch room. The light was automated in 1934. In 1951, a breakwater was built to connect the light to the mainland. The U.S. Coast Guard turned over the light to the Spring Point Ledge Light Trust in 1998. The light is an active aid to navigation. (Source: Various)