Montauk fishing charter boat facts: Montauk Point Lighhouse
In 1792, to prevent this loss of ships and trade, Congress appropriated $255.12 to buy land upon which a lighthouse was to be built at Montauk Point. Three years later, President George Washington signed the authorization for the construction of the lighthouse for $22,300. Its 13' deep foundation dug into the crest of Turtle Hill. At its base, the lighthouse was to have a 28' diameter with walls 9' thick. At the top of the 80' octagonal tower, the walls were to be 3' thick. The light house can be seen for over 19 miles and it’s the most welcomed site to all coming from the sea.