Cape Hinchinbrook Light

The octagonal concrete tower rises 20 meters above Hinchinbrook Island, marking the entrance to Prince William Sound with its white exterior and black lantern.

Construction of the lighthouse began in 1909 following Congressional funding authorization, leading to its establishment and first operation in 1910.

The original third order Fresnel lens remains preserved at the Valdez Museum, representing the evolution of maritime navigation technology in Alaska.

Solar energy powers the automated lighthouse system, which emits a white light signal every 15 seconds across a range of 19 nautical miles.

The 1934 reinforced concrete structure replaced the original building after earthquakes in 1927 and 1928 caused stability concerns.

Location: Valdez–Cordova Census Area

Inception: 1910

Architectural style: Art Deco

Height: 20 m

Made from material: concrete

GPS coordinates: 60.23750,-146.64667

Latest update: March 3, 2025 11:26