This would have not only the sentimental value of bringing the old light back to life, but would save the Coast Guard a considerable sum, as the steel towers were in need of expensive refurbishment if not replacement. In August 2002 a new solar powered beacon was installed in the old tower, the first of a series of such restorations on the lake.
Reviving the old light would not only hold sentimental value but also provide significant financial benefits for the Coast Guard, as the steel structures needed expensive repairs or replacement. In August 2002, a new solar-powered beacon was installed in the old tower, starting a series of restorations on the lake.