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Halfway Rock Light Station

South Harpswell, Maine • Cumberland County

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About This Property

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Halfway Rock Light Station is a picturesque granite tower situated offshore on a rocky islet, serving as a navigational aid for mariners entering Casco Bay. Its isolated location and striking architecture make it a distinctive landmark in Maine's maritime landscape.

Property Information

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Category
Structure
Acreage
2
Listed Date
3/14/1988
Other Names
Not specified

Significance Details

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Area of Significance
Engineering; Transportation
Periods of Significance
1850 Ad - 1949 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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