About this property
The Chicago and North Western Railroad Bridge is a bridge on the National Register of Historic Places in Pierre, South Dakota. It was the first permanent bridge across the Missouri River in central South Dakota. The Pennsylvania through truss bridge is 2,200 feet (670 m) long and has two spans.
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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 98001412. It was listed on November 19, 1998.
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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 Chicago and North Western Railroad Bridge listed on the National Register?
Chicago and North Western Railroad Bridge was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on November 19, 1998.
What type of historic resource is Chicago and North Western Railroad Bridge?
Chicago and North Western Railroad Bridge is classified as a structure in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Chicago and North Western Railroad Bridge?
The period of significance for Chicago and North Western Railroad Bridge is recorded as the modern era.
Can I research the history near Chicago and North Western Railroad Bridge?
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