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Great Western Railroad-Waterloo Freight Depot Chicago

Waterloo, Iowa • Black Hawk County

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About This Property

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The Great Western Railroad-Waterloo Freight Depot in Waterloo, Iowa, is a substantial brick structure designed to facilitate the movement of goods during a key period of rail expansion. Its utilitarian design reflects its primary function as a bustling hub for commerce.

Property Information

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Category
Building
Acreage
0.9
Listed Date
1/17/1997
Other Names
Not specified

Significance Details

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Area of Significance
Transportation
Periods of Significance
1850 Ad - 1924 Ad
National Historic Landmark
No
Level - International
No
Level - National
No
Level - State
No
Level - Local
Yes
Level - Not Indicated
No

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