Laura, I doubt the lens has been removed from Point Conception. It is not operating there - there are a more modern optic and a backup on the light. I would have to find my images to recall what they were using.

I believe that the CG feels the lens is about as safe in the lantern room as it would be anywhere else (or it did at one time). It would be a definite undertaking to get the lens out of the lantern, up the hill and off the property.

Intersting list, though. Thanks for posting the link.