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Reedy Island Range Rear Light

Taylor's Bridge, Delaware • New Castle County

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About This Property

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The Reedy Island Range Rear Light is a historic lighthouse located near Taylor's Bridge, Delaware. It is a tall, conical tower designed to guide ships through the treacherous waters of the Delaware River. The lighthouse is characterized by its stark, functional design, typical of early 20th-century navigational aids.

Property Information

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Category
Structure
Acreage
0.8
Listed Date
3/27/1989
Other Names
U.s. Coast Guard Light List #2195;Crs #n-5120

Significance Details

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Area of Significance
Engineering; Maritime History
Periods of Significance
1900 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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