Funds have been secured for the restoration of the Bodie Island Lighthouse.
It is estimated that the project will cost a total of $3 million. The project consists of repairing corrosion, repairing of a portion of the spiral staircase, and the replacement of the $100,000 1st Order Fresnel lens that sits on top of the lighthouse.
Secondary focus will be paid to the restoration of masonry and stone, rehabilitations to sections of the flooring windows and framing, and an upgrading on electrical systems.
The project is scheduled to begin in August and should be completed within 18 months.
