About this property
The Flood Marker of 1771 is a monument that marks the high point of a flood of the James River on May 27, 1771, that killed around 150 people near Richmond, Virginia. The river reached a flood stage of around 45 feet (14 m) above its normal levels. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1971.
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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 71000981. It was listed on September 21, 1971.
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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 Flood Marker of 1771 listed on the National Register?
Flood Marker of 1771 was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on September 21, 1971.
What type of historic resource is Flood Marker of 1771?
Flood Marker of 1771 is classified as a structure in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Flood Marker of 1771?
The period of significance for Flood Marker of 1771 is recorded as the colonial era.
Can I research the history near Flood Marker of 1771?
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