In June 2008, the Kenosha Pierhead Lighthouse was deemed "excess" by the Coast Guard. Pursuant to the National Historic Lighthouse Preservation Act of 2000, it was offered at no cost to eligible entities, including federal, state and local agencies, non-profit corporations, educational agencies, or community development organizations.
In June 2008, the Kenosha Pierhead Lighthouse was deemed surplus by the Coast Guard under the National Historic Lighthouse Preservation Act of 2000.  The lighthouse was then offered to eligible entities like federal, state and local agencies, non-profit corporations, educational institutions, or community development organizations at no cost.