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Rear Lighthouse of Hilton Head Range Light Station

Hilton Head Island, South Carolina • Beaufort County

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About This Property

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The Rear Lighthouse of Hilton Head Range Light Station is a historic tower, a crucial component of a navigational aid system. Its design and construction exemplify the engineering challenges and solutions of its era.

Property Information

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Category
Structure
Acreage
1
Listed Date
12/12/1985
Other Names
Leamington Lighthouse

Significance Details

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Area of Significance
Engineering; Transportation
Periods of Significance
1875 Ad - 1899 Ad
National Historic Landmark
No
Level - International
No
Level - National
No
Level - State
Yes
Level - Local
No
Level - Not Indicated
No

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