The public requested that the lens along with the 174-foot lighthouse structure to be restored to their original conditions. A new bearing system was built and the rotation was replaced in January 1999. Unfortunately the assembly failed and it was back to the workshop. After testing for sixty operational hours the lens and rotating service were considered complete and the old light was operational again. With the new bearing system in place, Hillsboro Lighthouse is expected to rotate for the next 50 years before needing replacement parts.
Xerox copy available.