About this property
The Butterfield Overland Mail Route Segment is a stretch of historic roadway in Washington and Crawford counties in northwestern Arkansas. It consists of more than 13 miles (21 km) of adjoining sections of Bugscuffle and Old Cove City Roads that were once part of the major north–south route between Fayetteville and Van Buren, which are documented to have existed since 1839. The roadway is still a dirt road, about 12 feet (3.7 m) wide. It was historically used by the Butterfield Overland Mail service between 1858 and 1861. The roadway segment was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2010.
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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 10000347. It was listed on June 8, 2010.
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Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).
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Questions about this property
When was Butterfield Overland Mail Route Segment listed on the National Register?
Butterfield Overland Mail Route Segment was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on June 8, 2010.
What type of historic resource is Butterfield Overland Mail Route Segment?
Butterfield Overland Mail Route Segment is classified as a structure in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Butterfield Overland Mail Route Segment?
The period of significance for Butterfield Overland Mail Route Segment is recorded as the early_republic era, specifically around 1839.
Can I research the history near Butterfield Overland Mail Route Segment?
Yes. Aubrey Research reports search National Register listings, battlefield records, land patents, and other primary historical sources within any radius of a US address. A report for an address near Butterfield Overland Mail Route Segment will include this listing and all other historical records in the area.
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