Java Depot
About this property
The Java Depot, a combination passenger and freight railway station in Java, South Dakota, was built in 1901 by the Chicago, Milwaukee, and St. Paul Railway. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2001. Started in the spring of 1901, it was built to a standardized plan and was completed quickly, in July. It served as a passenger depot until 1975, when passenger service was discontinued.
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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 01000640. It was listed on June 5, 2001.
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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 Java Depot listed on the National Register?
Java Depot was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on June 5, 2001.
What type of historic resource is Java Depot?
Java Depot is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Java Depot?
The period of significance for Java Depot is recorded as the industrial era, specifically around 1901.
Can I research the history near Java Depot?
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