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Killick Shoal Light Station

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In navigable water on Killick Shoal in Chincoteague Bay, VA

Jurisdiction over 9.98 acres ceded by state of VA.

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surrounded by water

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Balcony of lighthouse provided with a heavy iron landing ladder.

By RR to Franklin City, VA., thence by steamer to Chincoteague, VA., thence by private boat to light station.

About 5/8 mile by boat to nearest public road. Distance to steamboat landing is about 1 mile by boat.

About 1 mile by boat to Chincoteague.

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Boats can be hired in Chincoteague, distance about 1 mile.

Lantern on a frame dwelling, having a screwpile foundation.

1886

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