Portland Breakwater Lighthouse, Maine

Located on the south side of the inner harbor of Portland, Maine the Breakwater Light has been guiding ships into the harbor since 1855. There have been two diminutive towers in the history of the light, earning the nickname of the 'Bug Light' from the locals. At one point its future looked uncertain, but it has been rescued and restored by the people of South Portland for the enjoyment of future generations.

An extension of the breakwater was begun in 1872 and was finished in 1873. At this time a temporary light was hung on the end of the breakwater on a pole. In 1874 monies were appropriated to replace the decayed wooden light with a new iron tower to be located on the breakwaters end. The original tower was removed to the Lighthouse Depot located on Little Diamond Island.

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An extension of the breakwater was begun in 1872 and was finished in 1873. At this time a temporary light was hung on the end of the breakwater on a pole. In 1874 monies were appropriated to replace the decayed wooden light with a new iron tower to be located on the breakwaters end. The original tower was removed to the Lighthouse Depot located on Little Diamond Island.

Portland Breakwater

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Portland Breakwater Lighthouse, Maine