103 was transferred to the location, and stayed until the permanent structure was built the next year.

[5] However, funds were not allocated for the purpose until 1933, when they were made available through the Public Works Administration.

In 1935, the permanent steel light station was constructed on the shoal in 26 feet (7.9 m) of water.

in late 2016, the lighthouse was put up for public auction by the General Services Administration.

[6] The North Manitou Shoal Light Station is a white square steel structure atop a concrete crib.