Clay County Courthouse (Alabama)

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Clay County Courthouse
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Location in Alabama
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Location in United States
LocationCourthouse Sq., Ashland, Alabama
Coordinates 33°16′27″N85°50′9″W / 33.27417°N 85.83583°W / 33.27417; -85.83583
Area2.1 acres (0.85 ha)
Built1906 (1906)
ArchitectC.W. Carleton
Architectural styleClassical Revival
NRHP reference No. 76000316 [1]
Added to NRHPNovember 21, 1976

The Clay County Courthouse is a historic courthouse building in Ashland, Alabama, United States. [1] The Classical Revival-style building has served as the county courthouse since its completion in 1906. Notable characteristics include its large dome, with clocks inset on four sides, and cupola surmounted by a statuary representing justice. [2] It was added to the National Register of Historic Places on November 21, 1976. [1]

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References

  1. 1 2 3 "National Register Information System". National Register of Historic Places . National Park Service. July 9, 2010.
  2. "National Register of Historic Places Registration: Clay County Courthouse". National Park Service. Retrieved April 22, 2013.See also: "Accompanying photos".