Clark Avenue Railroad Underpass
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The Clark Avenue Railroad Underpass, also known as the Bonanza Underpass, is a bridge and underpass in Las Vegas
, Nevada
, United States
that is listed on the National Register of Historic Places
. The bridge is so named since at the time of construction it crossed Clark Avenue which was later renamed to Bonanza Road.
(ex-San Pedro, Los Angeles and Salt Lake Railroad) tracks.
. The structure has changed over time, primarily due to a widening project on Bonanza Road.
Las Vegas, Nevada
Las Vegas is the most populous city in the U.S. state of Nevada and is also the county seat of Clark County, Nevada. Las Vegas is an internationally renowned major resort city for gambling, shopping, and fine dining. The city bills itself as The Entertainment Capital of the World, and is famous...
, Nevada
Nevada
Nevada is a state in the western, mountain west, and southwestern regions of the United States. With an area of and a population of about 2.7 million, it is the 7th-largest and 35th-most populous state. Over two-thirds of Nevada's people live in the Las Vegas metropolitan area, which contains its...
, United States
United States
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that is listed on the National Register of Historic Places
National Register of Historic Places
The National Register of Historic Places is the United States government's official list of districts, sites, buildings, structures, and objects deemed worthy of preservation...
. The bridge is so named since at the time of construction it crossed Clark Avenue which was later renamed to Bonanza Road.
Historic significance
It is significant as the underpass allowed for access between Las Vegas and the settlements west of the city. Previously, it was a dangerous undertaking to cross the Union Pacific RailroadUnion Pacific Railroad
The Union Pacific Railroad , headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska, is the largest railroad network in the United States. James R. Young is president, CEO and Chairman....
(ex-San Pedro, Los Angeles and Salt Lake Railroad) tracks.
History
The bridge was constructed in 1937 by the Works Progress AdministrationWorks Progress Administration
The Works Progress Administration was the largest and most ambitious New Deal agency, employing millions of unskilled workers to carry out public works projects, including the construction of public buildings and roads, and operated large arts, drama, media, and literacy projects...
. The structure has changed over time, primarily due to a widening project on Bonanza Road.