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lighthouses only since August 15, 1789– decided that it was necessary to place a beacon near the river’s entrance to assure safe navigation around the shoals and into port. Consequently, the first Bald Head Island Light Station was completed and lighted late in 1794 or early 1795. It was merely a beginning.

Unfortunately, this first Bald Head Island Light didn’t last long as constant erosion of the river bank near the lighthouse took a toll, and the lighthouse was ordered to be demolished by the U.S.

Lighthouse Service–then known as the Lighthouse Establishment--in 1813.

In 1817, a new octagonal brick tower was built by Daniel S. Way of brick and plaster and rose 110 feet above the island. As added backup to Old Baldy and those venturing upon the sea, a lightship was anchored off the river’s mouth to warn of the shifting Frying Pan shoals.

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