Otter Creek Bridge
About this property
The Otter Creek Bridge , a 122-foot (37 m)-long 122-foot (37 m)-wide bridge in Cedar Vale, Kansas, was built in 1936. It replaced a previous bridge that was destroyed by flood in June 1935. It is a camelback through truss bridge made primarily of riveted steel and wood. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1990. It was deemed significant for its engineering.
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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 89002189. It was listed on January 4, 1990.
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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 Otter Creek Bridge listed on the National Register?
Otter Creek Bridge was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on January 4, 1990.
What type of historic resource is Otter Creek Bridge?
Otter Creek Bridge is classified as a structure in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Otter Creek Bridge?
The period of significance for Otter Creek Bridge is recorded as the industrial era, specifically around 1936.
Can I research the history near Otter Creek Bridge?
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