Progress Made on Outer Banks Lighthouse Restoration

Bodie Island Lighthouse

Progress on Bodie Island Lighthouse Restoration Project

Bodie Island Lighthouse in the Cape Hatteras National Seashore is in the process of undergoing major restorations.  As the project progresses, the National Park Service will provide periodic updates.

The work is being accomplished by restoration contractors, Progressive Contracting Company, LLC from Edenton, NC, United Builders Group, LLC from New Bern, NC and the metal restoration work will be handled by Enberg Mold and Tool from Jacksonville, FL.

Despite inclement weather, the work is progressing very well.  Work accomplished to date includes:

• Exterior scaffolding erection is 98% complete 
• Documentation of existing windows that will require repair
• Work with the negative air contractor to put a system in place while the   work is conducted
• Metal patterns being made and molded
• Temporary shed structure at Oil House 50% complete
• Interior scaffolding started
• Temporary interior floor protection installed

For more information on this project, contact the Public Affairs Office at 252-473-2111 ext. 148.