About this property
Canton Viaduct is a blind arcade cavity wall in Canton, Massachusetts, built in 1834–35 for the Boston and Providence Railroad. At its completion, it was the longest (615 ft [187 m]) and tallest (70 ft [21 m]) railroad viaduct in the world; today, it is the last surviving viaduct of its kind. It has been in continuous service for 190 years; it now carries high-speed passenger and freight rail service.
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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 84002870. It was listed on September 19, 1984.
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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 Canton Viaduct listed on the National Register?
Canton Viaduct was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on September 19, 1984.
What type of historic resource is Canton Viaduct?
Canton Viaduct is classified as a structure in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Canton Viaduct?
The period of significance for Canton Viaduct is recorded as the early_republic era, specifically around 1834.
Can I research the history near Canton Viaduct?
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