The tower was built on the coast of the Arabian Gulf and is currently located in Umm Al Quwain Harbour. It is a cylindrical structure whose walls are one metre thick at the lower base, gradually decreasing to 40 cm at the upper base. The tower was used for surveillance and as a lighthouse to guide ships. It was constructed from marine stones that were available at the time in Khor Umm Al Quwain. Gypsum and sarooj were used as binding materials for the stones, while jandal wood was used for roofing. The tower follows a coastal architectural style characterised by maritime architectural elements, reflecting its geographical location and the prevailing sea conditions.

The tower was built during the reign of Sheikh Abdullah bin Rashid Al Mualla I in 1800. A protective band of coral stones and gypsum, measuring 1.75 cm, was added to the base of the tower to protect it from waves and strong water impact. This type of tower was used for warfare and defensive purposes, as well as to guide ships safely towards the shore. It has four windows through which light passes. The entrance is located on the second floor, where the guard would stand. There are no internal or external stairs; instead, a rope was used to access the second floor.