Capa Bridge
About this property
The Capa Bridge is a historic bridge in rural Jones County, South Dakota. It is located 15.7 miles (25.3 km) west and 9.8 miles (15.8 km) north of Murdo, and about 3 miles (4.8 km) east of Capa, and carries a local road over the Bad River. Its main span is a Pratt through truss 127 feet (39 m) in length, which has been riveted rather than pinned together.
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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 93001295. It was listed on December 9, 1993.
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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 Capa Bridge listed on the National Register?
Capa Bridge was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on December 9, 1993.
What type of historic resource is Capa Bridge?
Capa Bridge is classified as a structure in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Capa Bridge?
The period of significance for Capa Bridge is recorded as the industrial era.
Can I research the history near Capa Bridge?
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