Name and Location

The Delaware Breakwater East End Lighthouse, also known as the National Harbor of Refuge, is located at the eastern end of the breakwater at the entrance to the Delaware Bay. The address is QWW2+V2, Lewes, DE, USA, with coordinates 38.7971307° N latitude and -75.0999724° W longitude.

Construction and History

The lighthouse was constructed in 1885 and completed in the late 19th century, making it a late 19th-century lighthouse. It has been listed as a National Register of Historic Places (#89000289) since March 27, 1989.

Architecture and Materials

The architectural style of the lighthouse is not specified, but it was constructed using masonry materials.

Light and Navigation

Unfortunately, there is no information available on the light range or characteristic (pattern) of this lighthouse. Although it was decommissioned in 1996, this historic beacon remains an important aid to navigation at the entrance to the Delaware Bay.

Accessibility and Visiting

Although no longer in operation as a functioning lighthouse, this historic beacon is now open for tours. Visitors can enter the lighthouse for guided tours or self-guided exploration (if open). No specific information on opening hours, entrance fee, guided tours, or on-site facilities is available.

Notable Views and Landscape

The view from the lighthouse is not specified, but it likely offers a panoramic vista of the Delaware Bay and surrounding coastline. The lighthouse stands at the entrance to the Delaware Bay, surrounded by waterways and coastal terrain.

Anecdotes and Folklore

Unfortunately, no local folklore or unique anecdotes are specified for this lighthouse.

Technical and Operational Details

The lighthouse was decommissioned in 1996 and is no longer automated. Its operation was manual prior to automation. No Automatic Identification System (AIS) or radar installations at this site are mentioned.

Further Information

No specific nautical chart references, local events, or nearby attractions are mentioned for this lighthouse.