MANAGEMENT ZONE Zone D McNair, Ingalls, Fenwick Corridor PRESERVATION CONSIDERATIONS

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Building 195 LOCATION 5-7 Pratt Street Fort Monroe Hampton, Va.

original materials and appearance. It retains the five-course American bond brick walls and the slate gabled roof with symmetrical end chimneys.

The original windows, including the six-over-six double-hung sashes and tripartite windows composed of six-over-six and two-overtwo sashes, defined by jack arches and precast concrete sills, are

1 Building 195 LOCATION 5-7 Pratt Street Fort Monroe Hampton, Va. MANAGEMENT ZONE Zone D McNair, Ingalls, Fenwick Corridor CLASSIFICATION Contributing Structure CONDITION Good 7 6 D E PRESERVATION CONSIDERATIONS The exterior of Building 195 has kept most of its original materials and appearance. It retains the five-course American bond brick walls and the slate gabled roof with symmetrical end chimneys. The dual doorways with round paneled fanlights and pilasters are important elements to preserve. The original windows, including the six-over-six double-hung sashes and tripartite windows composed of six-over-six and two-overtwo sashes, defined by jack arches and precast concrete sills, are important elements to preserve. The side porches with original tripartite windows and six-over-six double-hung sashes are important elements to preserve. The interior of the building has retained original doors, casings and moldings, fireplace mantels, stairs, and wood flooring. These are important elements to preserve. The relationship of Building 195 with the complex that it is grouped within is a significant element in this historic village area. FORT MONROE HISTORIC PRESERVATION DESIGN STANDARDS RESOURCE INVENTORY 4C.281

DOUBLE NCO QUARTERS Family Housing - NCO DATE OF CONSTRUCTION 1934 ARCHITECTURAL STYLE Colonial Revival HEIGHT AND AREA Two stories; 4,370 square feet USE (ORIGINAL / CURRENT) Multi-family Residence

2 DOUBLE NCO QUARTERS Family Housing - NCO DATE OF CONSTRUCTION 1934 ARCHITECTURAL STYLE Colonial Revival HEIGHT AND AREA Two stories; 4,370 square feet USE (ORIGINAL / CURRENT) Multi-family Residence / same DESCRIPTION This rectangular, two-story, four-bay duplex features five-course American bond brick walls, and a slate hipped roof with boxed cornices and two symmetrically-placed brick end chimneys. The central two bays on the first floor façade provide entry to each unit with dual doorways. Each doorway has a rectangular fanlight, flanked by wood pilasters; a shared entablature crown spans the dual doorways. The majority of windows are six-over-six double-hung sash. The tripartite windows, on each side of the doorways, composed of a six-over-six light double-hung sash window and two two-over-two double-hung windows. All the windows feature jack arches and precast concrete sills. On the northwest and southeast elevations are single-story enclosed sun porches, each with brick wall, shallow-hipped metal roof and entablature, tripartite windows at front and rear elevations, and six-over-six double hung sash windows on the side elevation. The rear porch is closed with clapboarded wall and flat metal roof, with some minor windows. At the interior, the original elements include doors, casings and moldings, fireplace mantels, stairs, and wood flooring. Building 196 faces east and is similar to Buildings 25, 26, 30, 31, , and HISTORICAL DATA This building was constructed as part of a nationwide Army building program initiated in 1927 to upgrade living conditions for officers, NCOs and enlisted men. This program was implemented during the 1930s using funds from the Army, the Works Progress Administration (WPA), and the Public Works Administration (PWA). It was built from Quartermaster General s Office Plan /2519. Building 196 contributes to the Pratt Street streetscape and provides a good example of standardized design. Building 196 was renovated in Phase III of the Whole House Revitalization Project. 4C.282 JUNE 18, 2010

original materials and appearance. It retains the five-course American bond brick walls and the slate hipped roof with symmetrical end chimneys.

3 Building 196 LOCATION 11 Pratt Street Fort Monroe Hampton, Va. MANAGEMENT ZONE Zone D McNair, Ingalls, Fenwick Corridor CLASSIFICATION Contributing Structure CONDITION Good 7 6 D E PRESERVATION CONSIDERATIONS The exterior of Building 196 has kept most of its original materials and appearance. It retains the five-course American bond brick walls and the slate hipped roof with symmetrical end chimneys. The dual doorways with rectangular fanlights and pilasters, sharing an entablature crown, are important elements to preserve. The original windows, including the six-over-six double-hung sashes and tripartite windows composed of six-over-six and two-over-two sashes, defined by jack arches and precast concrete sills, are important elements to preserve. The side porches with original tripartite windows and six-over-six double-hung sashes are important elements to preserve. The interior of the building has retained original doors, casings and moldings, fireplace mantels, stairs, and wood flooring. These are important elements to preserve. The relationship of Building 196 with the complex that it is grouped within is a significant element in this historic village area. FORT MONROE HISTORIC PRESERVATION DESIGN STANDARDS RESOURCE INVENTORY 4C.283

SEAWALL DATE OF CONSTRUCTION 1934 ARCHITECTURAL STYLE HEIGHT AND AREA USE (ORIGINAL / CURRENT) Seawall/same DESCRIPTION The sea wall, a concrete structure, is thirteen feet above mean low tide and

4 SEAWALL DATE OF CONSTRUCTION 1934 ARCHITECTURAL STYLE HEIGHT AND AREA USE (ORIGINAL / CURRENT) Seawall/same DESCRIPTION The sea wall, a concrete structure, is thirteen feet above mean low tide and provides a broad walkway and overlook to the Bay and to Hampton Roads. HISTORICAL DATA The seawall was erected during a massive building program begun at the post in 1933 in the wake of hurricane damage. Forty-three structures were completed at the post during this period, nineteen of which were constructed in 1934 alone. It was funded as part of the National Industrial Recovery Act and the Public Works Administration, designed to stimulate the economy and offset the effects of the Great Depression. During the 1930s forty-three structures were completed at the post, nineteen of which were constructed in 1934 alone. Of the more than $1.6 million appropriated in 1933 from National Recovery Act funds, over $1 million went for the construction of the seawall. 4C.284 JUNE 18, 2010

Wherry Quarter CLASSIFICATION Contributing Structure CONDITION Good PRESERVATION

5 Building 200 LOCATION Along Chesapeake Bay shoreline Fort Monroe Hampton, Va. MANAGEMENT ZONE Zone D McNair, Ingalls, Fenwick Corridor Zone B - East Peninsula, Wherry Quarter CLASSIFICATION Contributing Structure CONDITION Good PRESERVATION CONSIDERATIONS FORT MONROE HISTORIC PRESERVATION DESIGN STANDARDS RESOURCE INVENTORY 4C.285

DETECTION EQUIPMENT FACILITY DATE OF CONSTRUCTION 1910 ARCHITECTURAL STYLE Vernacular HEIGHT AND AREA Two stories; 9,410 square feet USE (ORIGINAL / CURRENT) Submarine depot/shop DESCRIPTION Located

6 DETECTION EQUIPMENT FACILITY DATE OF CONSTRUCTION 1910 ARCHITECTURAL STYLE Vernacular HEIGHT AND AREA Two stories; 9,410 square feet USE (ORIGINAL / CURRENT) Submarine depot/shop DESCRIPTION Located outside the boundaries of the original historic fort, Building 204 is a two-story utilitarian structure with a concrete foundation, dark red brick walls laid in four-course American bond with corbelled tops at the cornice line, and a gabled asphalt shingle roof. First floor fenestration includes an overhead coil door and a single-leaf paneled wood door with four-light glazing facing the waterfront. The door replaces a window at that location, and the rest of the opening has been bricked in. There are also three double-leaf wood doors along the south elevation, and the windows at this level are six-over-six light double-hung sash with rough-cut stone lintels and stone sills. Above the overhead coil door, the second floor features a compound central window composed of a six-over-six light double-hung sash window flanked by four-over-four light double-hung sash windows. Eight-light circular windows mark each of the gable ends. HISTORICAL DATA Building 204 originally served as a submarine depot when it was constructed in 1910, hence its waterfront orientation. It is currently occupied by the Naval Surface Weapons Center, and is a restricted area. This building s brick quoins and rusticated window openings are unique on the post, and among its most distinctive features. Other exterior features include two brick, engaged end wall chimneys with corbelled caps, and metal bars covering the windows. Building 204 faces west, oriented away from the street and toward Hampton Roads Harbor, because of its original use as a submarine depot. 4C.286 JUNE 18, 2010

detailing for such a utilitarian, industrial building. The brick quoins and rusticated window and door openings are unique on the post.

7 Building 204 LOCATION Off McNair Drive Fort Monroe Hampton, Va. MANAGEMENT ZONE Zone D McNair, Ingalls, Fenwick Corridor CLASSIFICATION Contributing Structure CONDITION Good 3 2 C D PRESERVATION CONSIDERATIONS Building 204 has a high degree of architectural detailing for such a utilitarian, industrial building. The brick quoins and rusticated window and door openings are unique on the post. Original six-over-six wood double-hung windows remain, as do some of the original wood loading doors. At the interior the original wood stair remains with its steel pipe handrail, and should be preserved. The brick walls were laid using red mortar, which gives the building a unique appearance. Any repointing work that needs to be done should match this existing mortar. FORT MONROE HISTORIC PRESERVATION DESIGN STANDARDS RESOURCE INVENTORY 4C.287

METAL AND WOODWORKING SHOP DATE OF CONSTRUCTION 1910 ARCHITECTURAL STYLE Vernacular HEIGHT AND AREA One story; 3,843 square feet USE (ORIGINAL / CURRENT) Cable Tank/ Shop DESCRIPTION Located outside

8 METAL AND WOODWORKING SHOP DATE OF CONSTRUCTION 1910 ARCHITECTURAL STYLE Vernacular HEIGHT AND AREA One story; 3,843 square feet USE (ORIGINAL / CURRENT) Cable Tank/ Shop DESCRIPTION Located outside the boundaries of the original historic fort, Building 205 is a rectangular, single-story structure with a concrete foundation, corrugated metal walls and a replacement standing-seam metal roof. Fenestration includes a large, overhead coiling metal door and a smaller single-leaf metal entry door with single-light glazing at the façade, and industrial steel awning windows along the sides. There is also a triple, six-light steel window with a metal canopy awning at the rear elevation, and a louvered vent in the gable end. HISTORICAL DATA Building 205 was originally constructed as a Cable Tank, hence its waterfront orientation. It is currently occupied by the Naval Surface Weapons Center, and is a restricted area. Building 205 faces west, overlooking Hampton Roads Harbor. 4C.288 JUNE 18, 2010

9 Building 205 LOCATION 106 McNair Drive Fort Monroe Hampton, Va. MANAGEMENT ZONE Zone D McNair, Ingalls, Fenwick Corridor CLASSIFICATION Contributing Structure CONDITION Good 3 2 C D PRESERVATION CONSIDERATIONS FORT MONROE HISTORIC PRESERVATION DESIGN STANDARDS RESOURCE INVENTORY 4C.289

HARBOR ENTRANCE CONTROL Old MARS Building DATE OF CONSTRUCTION 1943 ARCHITECTURAL STYLE Modernistic HEIGHT AND AREA Three stories plus roof deck; 1,872 square feet USE (ORIGINAL / CURRENT) Signal

10 HARBOR ENTRANCE CONTROL Old MARS Building DATE OF CONSTRUCTION 1943 ARCHITECTURAL STYLE Modernistic HEIGHT AND AREA Three stories plus roof deck; 1,872 square feet USE (ORIGINAL / CURRENT) Signal station/vacant (storage) DESCRIPTION Located within the boundaries of the original historic fort, the old MARS Station is a three-story building with a platform at its top level, and is constructed of whitewashed cast-in-place concrete. First floor fenestration includes a glazed, four-light metal entry door, six three-light double transom windows, and three, three-light single transom windows. At the second floor there is another entrance above and identical to the firstfloor entry door, as well as ribbon windows wrapping around five sides of the building. The third floor has another entrance, this time on the southwest side, and ribbon windows. An exterior steel spiral stair on the northwest side of the building provides access to the upper floor, and a wall-mounted ladder leads up to the roof. Metal railing surrounds the roof deck and a narrow balcony at the third floor. At the interior, concrete masonry partition walls separate closets, bathrooms and workspace on the first floor, and the remaining upper floors have open, undivided workspace. HISTORICAL DATA Designed by the architectural firm of Beddow, Gerber and Wharples and constructed in 1943, Building 209 was originally used as a Military- Affiliated Radio Station (MARS) and is one of the few architect-designed buildings on post. Its function as a signal station is the reason why it is sited on top of the original historic fort walls. At one point it was used by the Boy Scouts as a meeting place. A later offer to the Fort Monroe Yacht Club to use the building as office space was turned down because it was considered too far from the marina. Building 209 has been left unaltered since it was first constructed, and is currently used for storage. Building 209 faces southeast overlooking the moat and commands a wide view of the Chesapeake Bay from its position on top of the fort barbette in the fourth bastion. 4C.290 JUNE 18, 2010

Building 209 LOCATION Bastion #4, Southeast face of fortification Fort Monroe

4 Experimental Battery MANAGEMENT ZONE Zone E Stone Fort and Moat CLASSIFICATION

209 is a unique structure on post and has an unusual level of integrity, but

The black painted steel pipe railings, ladders, and spiral stairs contribute

11 Building 209 LOCATION Bastion #4, Southeast face of fortification Fort Monroe Hampton, Va. 4 Experimental Battery MANAGEMENT ZONE Zone E Stone Fort and Moat CLASSIFICATION Contributing Structure CONDITION Good 3 F G PRESERVATION CONSIDERATIONS Building 209 is a unique structure on post and has an unusual level of integrity, but warrants careful preservation efforts because it is underutilized. The black painted steel pipe railings, ladders, and spiral stairs contribute enormously to the character of this structure, the only building constructed on top of the fort walls. FORT MONROE HISTORIC PRESERVATION DESIGN STANDARDS RESOURCE INVENTORY 4C.291

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FINAL DRAFT. Buildings Fort Monroe. resource inventory FORT MONROE HISTORIC PRESERVATION DESIGN STANDARDS RESOURCE INVENTORY 4C.

FINAL DRAFT. Buildings Fort Monroe. resource inventory FORT MONROE HISTORIC PRESERVATION DESIGN STANDARDS RESOURCE INVENTORY 4C. Buildings 151 209 4C Fort Monroe resource inventory FORT MONROE HISTORIC PRESERVATION DESIGN STANDARDS RESOURCE INVENTORY 4C.231 FAMILY HOUSING NCO DATE OF CONSTRUCTION 1911 ARCHITECTURAL STYLE Colonial