Cape Hatteras Light - Specifications

Specifications

• Construction material: Approximately 1,250,000 bricks
• Height above sea level: 210 feet (64 m)
• Height of the structure: about 208 feet (63 m) (from the bottom of the foundation footer to the top of the spire on the roof)
• Daymark: black and white spiral stripes
• Number of steps: 268 steps to reach the light
• Brightness: 800 kilocandelas from each of two 1000-watt lamps
• Flash pattern: Every 7.5 seconds a short flash is visible
• Visibility: From 20 nautical miles (37 km) in clear conditions. In exceptional conditions, it has been seen from 51 miles (94 km) out.