About this property
John's Burnt Mill Bridge, also known as Camelback Bridge, is a historic stone arch bridge in Mount Pleasant Township, Adams County, Pennsylvania, United States. It was built between 1800 and 1823, and is a 75-foot-long (23 m), triple-arched fieldstone bridge. The bridge crosses the South Branch Conewago Creek. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1974.
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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 74001731. It was listed on December 16, 1974.
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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 John's Burnt Mill Bridge listed on the National Register?
John's Burnt Mill Bridge was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on December 16, 1974.
What type of historic resource is John's Burnt Mill Bridge?
John's Burnt Mill Bridge is classified as a structure in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for John's Burnt Mill Bridge?
The period of significance for John's Burnt Mill Bridge is recorded as the early_republic era, specifically around 1800.
Can I research the history near John's Burnt Mill Bridge?
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