About this property
The Brannan Sand and Gravel Pit No. 8-Lake Sangraco Boathouse Complex was a gravel and sand pit located in Adams County, Colorado that was converted to a private boating and recreational venue. Once the gravel pit dried up, Lloyd S. Brannan converted the pit to a lake, named Lake Sangraco, along with surrounding buildings being renovated for entertainment. According to the listing, “ Lake Sangraco is significant in the area of Conservation and Reclamation as an outstanding model of the ability to convert and reclaim natural resources depleted by mining operations, exemplifying the ongoing functionality of mined resources. Additionally, the main buildings are good examples of the Mid-Century Modern style as adapted to recreational buildings“. The property was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2011.
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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 11000519. It was listed on August 15, 2011.
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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 Brannan Sand and Gravel Pit #8-Lake Sangraco Boathouse Complex listed on the National Register?
Brannan Sand and Gravel Pit #8-Lake Sangraco Boathouse Complex was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on August 15, 2011.
What type of historic resource is Brannan Sand and Gravel Pit #8-Lake Sangraco Boathouse Complex?
Brannan Sand and Gravel Pit #8-Lake Sangraco Boathouse Complex is classified as a district in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Brannan Sand and Gravel Pit #8-Lake Sangraco Boathouse Complex?
The period of significance for Brannan Sand and Gravel Pit #8-Lake Sangraco Boathouse Complex is recorded as the modern era.
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