About this property
The Marion Memorial Bridge was a 4-span metal truss bridge that formerly carried U.S. Route 41 in Marion County, Tennessee over the Tennessee River and Nickajack Lake. It was built in 1929. The main span was 369 feet (112 m), and the bridge had a total length of 1,870 feet (570 m).
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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 07000930. It was listed on June 28, 2016.
Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).
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Questions about this property
When was Marion Memorial Bridge listed on the National Register?
Marion Memorial Bridge was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on June 28, 2016.
What type of historic resource is Marion Memorial Bridge?
Marion Memorial Bridge is classified as a structure in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Marion Memorial Bridge?
The period of significance for Marion Memorial Bridge is recorded as the industrial era, specifically around 1929.
Can I research the history near Marion Memorial Bridge?
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