In 1914, the Missouri Valley Bridge and Iron Company secured the contract to construct a bridge across the Colorado River west of Glenwood Springs in order to replace the existing ferry service.
Built in 1912, this gambrel roof concrete block house is important for its long-term association with residents who made significant contributions to the community’s development.
Constructed in 1888, the privately owned power plant functioned as an important component of Glenwood Springs’ infrastructure. It was purchased by the city in 1947 and remained in service until 1961.
A well-preserved log bungalow and a large balloon frame barn are among ranch structures constructed between 1919 and 1926 by members of the Earnest family that remain on the property.
Constructed in 1913, the building played an important role in the commercial history of downtown Glenwood Springs. Located on a prominent downtown corner, the large three-story, Classical Revival style building, of tan brick with extensive terra cotta trim, was designed by architect Guy B. Robertson.
Constructed in 1907, this one-room schoolhouse just west of Glenwood Springs is typical of rural educational facilities with its gabled roof, bell tower, narrow windows, and cloakroom.