Currituck Beach
Life-Saving Stations

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North of Corolla, NC
In 1874, the “Jones Hill” Life-Saving Station was established a mile north of the Currituck Beach lighthouse.  The building was constructed in the 1874-Type style and the station was later known as the “Whales Head” station. 

The 1874-Type station remained in service until 1903 when it was replaced by a Quonochontaug-Type building.  The original 1874-Type station was torn down in 1959.  Sometime in the mid-1980’s the 1903 station was moved and is only accessible by four wheel drive vehicle north of the Currituck Beach Lighthouse.  Today, the station is a private residence and remains in good condition.
The 1903 Quonochontaug-Type Life-Saving Station
The front view of the station
The sign above the door reads: "Whaleshead US Lifesaving Station 1904."