About this property
The Rock Island Depot is a one-story brick structure in El Reno, Oklahoma. Built in 1907 on the railroad tracks that ran along the western boundary of the Unassigned Lands that led to El Reno's settlement in 1889, it served as a passenger and freight terminal for the junction of the east–west and north–south lines of the Rock Island Railroad. The one-story building is notable for its length, 176 feet (54 m), but otherwise maintains the standard depot design.
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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 83002078. It was listed on March 7, 1983.
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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 Rock Island Depot listed on the National Register?
Rock Island Depot was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on March 7, 1983.
What type of historic resource is Rock Island Depot?
Rock Island Depot is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Rock Island Depot?
The period of significance for Rock Island Depot is recorded as the industrial era, specifically around 1889.
Can I research the history near Rock Island Depot?
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