About this property
Boshell's Mill is the historic site of a gristmill and sawmill on Lost Creek near Townley in rural Walker County, Alabama. The 4-acre (1.6 ha) site was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1975. It was recorded by the Historic American Engineering Record as part of the Birmingham District in 1992.
Location
Federal Designation
The National Register of Historic Places, administered by the National Park Service, is the United States federal government's official list of districts, sites, buildings, structures, and objects deemed worthy of preservation for their historical, architectural, archaeological, engineering, or cultural significance. Listing on the National Register recognizes a property's importance to American history but does not place restrictions on private owners; it does, however, make properties eligible for federal historic preservation tax incentives and enables consideration in federal planning decisions. This property is recorded in the National Register under reference number 75000329. It was listed on May 29, 1975.
Categories
Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).
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Questions about this property
When was Boshell's Mill listed on the National Register?
Boshell's Mill was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on May 29, 1975.
What type of historic resource is Boshell's Mill?
Boshell's Mill is classified as a district in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Boshell's Mill?
The period of significance for Boshell's Mill is recorded as the modern era, specifically around 1992.
Can I research the history near Boshell's Mill?
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