About this property
The Old Water and Electric Light Plant, (later known as the Holly Springs Police Department), is a historic building in Holly Springs, Mississippi, U.S.. It was built from 1897 to 1898, with the aim of attracting more businesses to Holly Springs. By 1899, after water pipes had been laid out, 100 houses in Holly Springs had running water.
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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 82003111. It was listed on June 27, 1982.
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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 Old Water and Electric Light Plant listed on the National Register?
Old Water and Electric Light Plant was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on June 27, 1982.
What type of historic resource is Old Water and Electric Light Plant?
Old Water and Electric Light Plant is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Old Water and Electric Light Plant?
The period of significance for Old Water and Electric Light Plant is recorded as the industrial era, specifically around 1897.
Can I research the history near Old Water and Electric Light Plant?
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