About this property
The Lower Blackburn Grade Bridge, also named the Van Duzen River Bridge or Mile 18 Bridge, is a 258-foot-long (79 m) reinforced concrete through arch with a main span approximately 150 feet (46 m) over the Van Duzen River about 4 miles (6.4 km) west of Bridgeville, California, United States. It was active from its construction in 1925 to 1985 when replaced. The bridge has inset panels along the ornate concrete through arch and an architectural rail and is the only reinforced…
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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 81000148. It was listed on June 24, 1981.
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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 Lower Blackburn Grade Bridge listed on the National Register?
Lower Blackburn Grade Bridge was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on June 24, 1981.
What type of historic resource is Lower Blackburn Grade Bridge?
Lower Blackburn Grade Bridge is classified as a structure in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Lower Blackburn Grade Bridge?
The period of significance for Lower Blackburn Grade Bridge is recorded as the industrial era, specifically around 1925.
Can I research the history near Lower Blackburn Grade Bridge?
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