About this property
Four historic bridges on the Big Thompson River in Larimer County, Colorado survived its flood of 1976, but since have lost most of their historic integrity. They were built in 1933 and 1937. All four were listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2002, and two were delisted 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 02001139. It was listed on October 14, 2002.
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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 Big Thompson River Bridge III listed on the National Register?
Big Thompson River Bridge III was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on October 14, 2002.
What type of historic resource is Big Thompson River Bridge III?
Big Thompson River Bridge III is classified as a structure in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Big Thompson River Bridge III?
The period of significance for Big Thompson River Bridge III is recorded as the industrial era, specifically around 1933.
Can I research the history near Big Thompson River Bridge III?
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