Battery 249

 (1943-194?) - A World War II era Battery built in 1943-1945 as a reinforced concrete coastal artillery battery on Camp Hayden, Clallam County, Washington. Guns were removed about 1946 but the concrete emplacements and battery support structure remain.

World War II (1941-1945)
Originally built as a World War II concrete coastal gun battery with two 6" T2-M1 rapid fire guns mounted on M4 Shielded Barbette Carriages (SBC) placed on either side of an earth covered reinforced concrete support structure. Construction began 12 Apr 1943 and was completed 2 Jan 1945. The Battery was turned over for service 5 Jan 1945 at a cost of $350,000. Both guns and carriages were removed after World War II.



Current Status
Part of Salt Creek Recreation Area, Camp Hayden Clallam County Park, Clallam County, Washington. No guns or carriages in place. Currently a bat habitat and the entrances are blocked by metal grates to prevent people from disturbing the bats. Special permission required for entry.

See Also:
 * Harbor Defense of Puget Sound
 * Harbor Defense of Juan de Fuca Strait

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