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Ox Bow Trail of the California Road Upper Oak Creek Descent Ruts of the Woodbury Cutoff

Brainard, Nebraska • Butler County

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About This Property

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This property preserves the physical remnants of the Ox Bow Trail, a significant segment of the California Road, including the Upper Oak Creek Descent and the Woodbury Cutoff ruts. These enduring traces offer a tangible connection to westward expansion.

Property Information

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Category
Site
Acreage
80
Listed Date
11/27/1992
Other Names
Oak Creek Ruts On Ox Bow Trail;Nehbs Bu00-73

Significance Details

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Area of Significance
Commerce; Military; Transportation; Exploration/Settlement
Periods of Significance
1825 Ad - 1874 Ad
National Historic Landmark
No
Level - International
No
Level - National
Yes
Level - State
No
Level - Local
No
Level - Not Indicated
No

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