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Notes:
The west jetty at Calais was severely damaged in a storm in 1889, and a temporary light had to be erected. The 1925 tower, built on a new jetty, was destroyed during World War II. There must have been a temporary light until the present tower was built circa 1952. Tower Height: 40 Height of Focal Plane: 39 Characteristic and Range: Isophase green light, 3-second period, visible for 9 nautical miles. Description of Tower: White cylindrical tower with dark green lantern.
This light is operational
Earlier Towers?
1842: Light on a wooden mast. 1903: White metal tower. 1925: White metal tower, upper part black, 27 feet tall. Date Established: 1842 Date Present Tower Built: 1952? Current Use: Active aid to navigation. Open To Public? Grounds only.
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