About this property
The Highway 79 Bridge was a historic bridge in Clarendon, Arkansas, United States. It was a tall two-span Warren truss bridge, formerly carrying two-lane U.S. Route 79 (US 79), a major arterial highway in the region, across the White River just west of the city's downtown. The steel truss had a total length of 720 feet (220 m), set on four concrete piers.
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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 84000190. It was listed on September 11, 2020.
Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).
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Questions about this property
When was Highway 79 Bridge listed on the National Register?
Highway 79 Bridge was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on September 11, 2020.
What type of historic resource is Highway 79 Bridge?
Highway 79 Bridge is classified as a structure in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Highway 79 Bridge?
The period of significance for Highway 79 Bridge is recorded as the industrial era.
Can I research the history near Highway 79 Bridge?
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