About this property
The Middle Fork of the Little Red River Bridge, also known as the Shirley Railroad Bridge, is a historic bridge in Shirley, Arkansas. It is a single-span iron Baltimore through truss, with a main span 153 feet (47 m) long, and steel beam approach spans giving it a total length of 339 feet (103 m). The main span rests on large concrete piers set in the river.
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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 09001260. It was listed on January 21, 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 Middle Fork of the Little Red River Bridge listed on the National Register?
Middle Fork of the Little Red River Bridge was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on January 21, 2010.
What type of historic resource is Middle Fork of the Little Red River Bridge?
Middle Fork of the Little Red River Bridge is classified as a structure in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Middle Fork of the Little Red River Bridge?
The period of significance for Middle Fork of the Little Red River Bridge is recorded as the industrial era.
Can I research the history near Middle Fork of the Little Red River Bridge?
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