Resurrection Bay Magnetic Loop Station (site)

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 Second World War 1939-1945, military, place with historical importance, historical layer / disappeared object
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In 1942 the Navy installed a magnetic anti-submarine detection loop reaching across Resurrection Bay from Rocky Point to the eastern shore near Hat Island. Vessels passing over the loop would cause detectable changes in the magnetic field surrounding the loop, alerting personnel at the receiving station.

The shore facilities for the loop were located just north of Rocky Point and included a receiving station and two power houses. All three buildings were of wood frame construction.

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Coordinates:   59°58'5"N   149°21'46"W
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