National Register of Historic Places
Natural Bridge
Natural Bridge is a historic place in Natural Bridge, Rockbridge County, Virginia, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on November 18, 1997, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 97001401.
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Natural Bridge
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About this place
What is Natural Bridge?
Natural Bridge is a geological formation in Rockbridge County, Virginia, United States, comprising a 215-foot-high (66 m) natural arch with a span of 90 feet (27 m). It is situated within a gorge carved from the surrounding mountainous limestone terrain by Cedar Creek, a small tributary of the James River. Consisting of horizontal limestone strata, Natural Bridge is the remains of the roof of a cave or tunnel through which the Cedar Creek once flowed.
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Listing details
- Name
- Natural Bridge
- City
- Natural Bridge
- County
- Rockbridge County
- State
- Virginia
- Listed on the National Register
- November 18, 1997
- NRIS reference number
- 97001401
- Resource type
- site
- National Historic Landmark
- Yes
- Coordinates
- 37.62792, -79.54485
When was Natural Bridge listed on the National Register?
Natural Bridge was added to the National Register of Historic Places on November 18, 1997.
Where is Natural Bridge located?
Natural Bridge is located in Natural Bridge, Rockbridge County, Virginia at approximately 37.62792, -79.54485. See the map above.
Is Natural Bridge a National Historic Landmark?
Yes. Natural Bridge is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest federal recognition for a historic place.