Fourpoints Bridge | |
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Location | Southeast of Emmitsburg, Emmitsburg, Maryland |
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Coordinates | 39°40′17″N77°18′4″W / 39.67139°N 77.30111°W Coordinates: 39°40′17″N77°18′4″W / 39.67139°N 77.30111°W |
Area | 0.2 acres (0.081 ha) |
Built | 1876 |
Built by | Wrought Iron Bridge Co. |
Architectural style | Pratt truss |
NRHP reference No. | 78001457 [1] |
Added to NRHP | November 29, 1978 |
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