It was built in 1856, and is a stuccoed brick building in the Gothic Revival style.

The building was designed by noted Charleston architects, Edward C. Jones and Francis D. Lee.

The jail in part resembles a miniature, fortified castle.

The front façade has crenellated parapets, turret-like structures at either corner, and a massive central tower with a large lancet window above the main entrance.

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