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Eatons Neck Light has served as a navigational aid since its construction in 1798. Designed by John McComb, Jr.. It is one of only two 18th-century lighthouses still standing in New York State, the other being the Montauk Point Light. On March 14, 1798, $13,250 was appropriated for the lighthouse to be built. That June, ten acres were bought from John Gardiner for $500. On July 2, President John Adams authorized construction of the light. Construction of the lighthouse was completed by early December 1798. In 1837, the light failed an inspection because it was not visible at 10 miles (16 km). The following year, twelve lamps with 13-inch reflectors were installed to improve visibility. From 1842 to 1858, several new reflectors were installed. In 1867, Congress approved funds needed to renovate the lighthouse. The renovations included the removal of wooden stairs, installation of iron stairs with landings, the lining of interior walls with brick, the expansion of the keeper's quarters, and the installation of the steam fog signal. In 1880, the keeper's quarters underwent renovation. In 1907, the oil lamp was replaced with an oil vapor lamp. In 1921, the light was electrified. Forty years later, it was automated. The lighthouse was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1973. Station Eaton's Neck, New York, U.S. Coast Guard History Program
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Eatons Neck Light was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on April 2, 1973.
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