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Lonaconing Furnace

Lonaconing, Maryland • Allegany County

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About This Property

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Lonaconing Furnace is a well-preserved 19th-century blast furnace, a towering stone structure that once dominated the industrial landscape of Allegany County. Its imposing presence speaks to a bygone era of heavy industry.

Property Information

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Category
Structure
Acreage
0.5
Listed Date
6/19/1973
Other Names
George's Creek Coal And Iron Company Furnace No. 1

Significance Details

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Area of Significance
Industry; Commerce; Engineering; Transportation; Architecture
Periods of Significance
1825 Ad - 1874 Ad
National Historic Landmark
No
Level - International
No
Level - National
No
Level - State
Yes
Level - Local
No
Level - Not Indicated
No

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Lonaconing Historic District

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Industry; Architecture

Location

Md 36, Md 657, And Douglas Ave., Church, E. Main And Railroad Sts., Lonaconing, Maryland

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