National Register of Historic Places

Elliott Bridge

Towner, McHenry County, North Dakota
Listed
February 27, 1997
Type
Structure
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
97000181

About this property

The Elliott Bridge, in North Dakota, United States, also known as Souris River Bridge, was built by Fargo Bridge & Iron Co. in 1902. The bridge "was designed to replace a county-owned ferry boat that had been operating across the Souris River at 'the Elliott Place.'" It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1997. It is owned and maintained by McHenry County. Eastwood Park Bridge: NRHP-listed Souris River crossing in Minot, North Dakota Westgaard Bridge: NRHP listed Souris River crossing also in McHenry County, North Dakota

Location

Towner, McHenry County, North Dakota
48.40744, -100.39621

Categories

ENGINEERINGTRANSPORTATION
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Sources

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

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Nearby Historic Sites

McHenry County Courthouse
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St. Paul's Episcopal Church
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Great Northern Passenger Depot
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Norway Lutheran Church and Cemetery
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US Post Office-Rugby
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Questions about this property

When was Elliott Bridge listed on the National Register?

Elliott Bridge was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on February 27, 1997.

What type of historic resource is Elliott Bridge?

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

What is the period of significance for Elliott Bridge?

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

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