About this property
The Nevada Central Turntable in Austin, Nevada is a railway turntable that was built in 1880 and used until 1938. It served the Nevada Central Railroad. It is located off Austin Roping Arena Rd., on the south side of U.S. 50.
Location
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 03000759. It was listed on August 13, 2003.
Categories
Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).
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Questions about this property
When was Nevada Central Turntable listed on the National Register?
Nevada Central Turntable was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on August 13, 2003.
What type of historic resource is Nevada Central Turntable?
Nevada Central Turntable is classified as a site in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Nevada Central Turntable?
The period of significance for Nevada Central Turntable is recorded as the civil_war era, specifically around 1880.
Can I research the history near Nevada Central Turntable?
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