National Register of Historic Places

Wells Street Bridge

Fort Wayne, Allen County, Indiana
Listed
September 14, 1988
Type
Structure
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
88001575

Location

Fort Wayne, Allen County, Indiana
41.08688, -85.14082

Significance

Wells Street Bridge is a structure in Fort Wayne, Allen County, Indiana. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places on September 14, 1988, under reference number 88001575. It is recognized for its significance in Engineering.

Categories

ENGINEERING
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Sources

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Nearby Battles

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Questions about this property

When was Wells Street Bridge listed on the National Register?

Wells Street Bridge was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on September 14, 1988.

What type of historic resource is Wells Street Bridge?

Wells Street Bridge is classified as a structure in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Wells Street Bridge?

The period of significance for Wells Street Bridge is recorded as the industrial era.

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