National Register of Historic Places
Grand Canyon Power House
Grand Canyon Power House is a historic place in Grand Canyon National Park, Coconino County, Arizona, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on May 28, 1987, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 87001411.
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Grand Canyon Power House
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About this place
What is Grand Canyon Power House?
Grand Canyon Power House is a former electric power plant that served National Park Service and concessioner facilities at the South Rim of the Grand Canyon in Grand Canyon National Park. It is significant for its architecture, which masks the building's industrial function behind a veneer of rustic design. It has been designated a National Historic Landmark on the basis of its design quality and the level of preservation of its equipment.
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The record
Listing details
- Name
- Grand Canyon Power House
- City
- Grand Canyon National Park
- County
- Coconino County
- State
- Arizona
- Listed on the National Register
- May 28, 1987
- NRIS reference number
- 87001411
- Resource type
- building
- National Historic Landmark
- Yes
- Coordinates
- 36.05566, -112.14069
When was Grand Canyon Power House listed on the National Register?
Grand Canyon Power House was added to the National Register of Historic Places on May 28, 1987.
Where is Grand Canyon Power House located?
Grand Canyon Power House is located in Grand Canyon National Park, Coconino County, Arizona at approximately 36.05566, -112.14069. See the map above.
Is Grand Canyon Power House a National Historic Landmark?
Yes. Grand Canyon Power House is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest federal recognition for a historic place.
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