National Register of Historic Places

Yellow River State Forest Fire Tower

Harpers Ferry, Allamakee County, Iowa
Listed
September 14, 2021
Type
Structure
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
100006909

Location

Harpers Ferry, Allamakee County, Iowa
43.16225, -91.24136

Significance

Yellow River State Forest Fire Tower is a structure in Harpers Ferry, Allamakee County, Iowa. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places on September 14, 2021, under reference number 100006909. It is recognized for its significance in Architecture and Conservation.

Categories

ARCHITECTURECONSERVATION
Sources

Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).

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Nearby Battles

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When was Yellow River State Forest Fire Tower listed on the National Register?

Yellow River State Forest Fire Tower was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on September 14, 2021.

What type of historic resource is Yellow River State Forest Fire Tower?

Yellow River State Forest Fire Tower is classified as a structure in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Yellow River State Forest Fire Tower?

The period of significance for Yellow River State Forest Fire Tower is recorded as the industrial era.

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