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Yachats, Oregon
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Jim Gibbs, a former lighthouse keeper, constructed the Cleft of the Rock Light in 1976 on his own property.
Despite its appearance, the lighthouse is privately owned and not recognized as an official navigational aid by the Coast Guard.
The lighthouse's name comes from the hymn 'Rock of Ages, Cleft for Me,' reflecting its builder's personal connection to the site.
The lighthouse is part of a private maritime museum that showcases Jim Gibbs' extensive collection of lighthouse artifacts.
The lighthouse overlooks the site of the 1906 shipwreck of the schooner 'J. Marhoffer,' adding historical significance to its location.
