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Propulsion and Structural Test Facility

Propulsion and Structural Test Facility is a historic place in Huntsville, Madison County, Alabama, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on October 3, 1985, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 85002804.

Huntsville, Madison County, AlabamaListed October 3, 1985NRIS #85002804★ National Historic Landmark
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What is Propulsion and Structural Test Facility?

The Propulsion and Structural Test Facility, also known as Building 4572 and the Static Test Stand, was a rocket testing facility of the George C. Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, Alabama. Built in 1957, it was the site where the first single-stage rockets with multiple engines were tested. It was declared a National Historic Landmark in 1985 for its role in the development of the United States space program.

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Listing details

Name
Propulsion and Structural Test Facility
City
Huntsville
County
Madison County
State
Alabama
Listed on the National Register
October 3, 1985
NRIS reference number
85002804
Resource type
structure
National Historic Landmark
Yes
Coordinates
34.62550, -86.65855
When was Propulsion and Structural Test Facility listed on the National Register?

Propulsion and Structural Test Facility was added to the National Register of Historic Places on October 3, 1985.

Where is Propulsion and Structural Test Facility located?

Propulsion and Structural Test Facility is located in Huntsville, Madison County, Alabama at approximately 34.62550, -86.65855. See the map above.

Is Propulsion and Structural Test Facility a National Historic Landmark?

Yes. Propulsion and Structural Test Facility is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest federal recognition for a historic place.

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