Iuka Ravine Historic District

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Iuka Ravine Historic District
Indianola Avenue Bridge.jpg
The Indianola Avenue Bridge, a contributing structure, 1916
Iuka Ravine Historic District
Interactive map highlighting the district among other historic sites
LocationRoughly bounded by E. Lane and E. Northwood., N. 4th, 20th and E. 19th, and Indianola Aves., Columbus, Ohio
Coordinates 40°00′18″N83°00′10″W / 40.005°N 83.002667°W / 40.005; -83.002667 (a) Coordinates: 40°00′18″N83°00′10″W / 40.005°N 83.002667°W / 40.005; -83.002667 (a)
NRHP reference No. 86001023 [1]
CRHP No.CR-39
Significant dates
Added to NRHPMay 8, 1986
Designated CRHPAugust 1, 1985

The Iuka Ravine Historic District is a historic district in the University District of Columbus, Ohio. The site was listed on the Columbus Register of Historic Properties in 1985 and the National Register of Historic Places in 1986. [1] The district has approximately 50 houses and apartment buildings, most located on the edge of the wooded Iuka Ravine. The houses are mostly craftsman and early 20th century revival styles, with noted Columbus architects Frank Packard and Charles Inscho represented. The district was the first development in the city to take advantage of its natural landscape, setting an example for other early 20th century developments around Columbus. [2]

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