Hams Bluff Light

The Hams Bluff Light is an historic lighthouse located on Saint Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands.

Overview

• The Hams Bluff Light was first lit in 1915 under the Danish Government and has since been transferred to various authorities.
• The lighthouse was listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places in 2019.

History

The Hams Bluff Light was built in 1915.

Architecture

• The lighthouse features a new truss tower constructed adjacent to the historic tower, which is now abandoned.
• The beacon is mounted on this new structure.
• The original tower stands at an unspecified height, but its focal plane is reported to be 394 feet (120 m).

Light Characteristics

The Hams Bluff Light displays two white flashes every 30 seconds.

Materials and Construction

The lighthouse was constructed using unspecified materials.

Current Status

The historic tower has been abandoned. The beacon is now mounted on an adjacent new truss tower, indicating the structure is no longer active as a standalone lighthouse.

Location

The Hams Bluff Light is situated at Ham's Bluff Trail in Saint Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands.

Accessibility

Visitors can access the location via the nearby trail.

Heritage Status

The Hams Bluff Light was listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places in 2019.

Notable Historical Events

No notable historical events are reported for this lighthouse.