SAINT ROBERT HISTORICAL PRESERVATION COMMMITEE

FORT LEONARD WOOD, MO

Hooker Cut During Ft. Leonard Wood construction roads in the area were not ideal. Route 66 honored its nickname of "Bloody 66": between January and September 1941 there were 454 accidents that killed 54 people, including 19 U.S. soldiers. While a railroad spur was being built a four-lane highway was planned through this dangerous area. Instead of winding around the hills the new road would cut a straight line
Hooker Cut Credit: Dan Maxwell

The Saint Robert Historical Preservation Committee is a group based in Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri, that is dedicated to preserving the history and heritage of the community. The committee is made up of volunteers from the area who are passionate about preserving the stories, artifacts, and landmarks that define the town's past.

The committee is responsible for a number of initiatives and activities that promote historical preservation in Saint Robert and the surrounding areas. They work to identify and document historical sites and landmarks, such as historic homes, churches, and businesses, and promote their preservation through educational and outreach programs.

The committee also sponsors events and activities that celebrate the town's history, such as historical walks, festivals, and exhibits. They work closely with local government and community organizations to raise awareness about the importance of preserving the town's heritage and to advocate for the protection of historic sites and buildings.

Overall, the Saint Robert Historical Preservation Committee plays an important role in preserving and promoting the rich history and culture of this vibrant Missouri community. Their efforts ensure that future generations will be able to appreciate and learn from the town's past and continue to build upon its legacy.

SAINT ROBERT HISTORICAL PRESERVATION COMMMITEE is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in FORT LEONARD WOOD MO. US MID #8402900248

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Midwest (Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin).

Hooker Cut During Ft. Leonard Wood construction roads in the area were not ideal. Route 66 honored its nickname of "Bloody 66": between January and September 1941 there were 454 accidents that killed 54 people, including 19 U.S. soldiers. While a railroad spur was being built a four-lane highway was planned through this dangerous area. Instead of winding around the hills the new road would cut a straight line
Elbow Bridge Not far from Hooker Cut, one can still travel several miles of the 1926 alignment of US Route 66. This section includes a crossing of the Big Piney River by a steel truss bridge constructed in 1923.
IMG_4826c Canoers on the Big Piney River sliding beneath the Devil's Elbow steel truss bridge.
IMG_4829a The Devil's Elbow Bridge from the north west approach off the 1940s, four-lane alignment of Rt. 66 in Delvil's Elbow, MO.
IMG_4830a The Elbow Inn on the NW approach to the Devil's Elbow Bridge.
IMG_4831c The Elbow Inn on the NW approach to the Devil's Elbow Bridge.
IMG_4835a The Devil's Elbow Bridge from the north west approach off the 1940s, four-lane alignment of Rt. 66 in Delvil's Elbow, MO.
IMG_4832a The Elbow Inn on the northwest approach to the Devil's Elbow Bridge.
IMG_4837a The Devil's Elbow Bridge from the dogleg on the north side.
IMG_4838a The Devil's Elbow Bridge from the dogleg on the north side.
IMG_4840a The view upstream (east) of the Big Piney River from the Devil's Elbow Bridge showing the bluffs and cliffs of the Hooker Ridge.
IMG_4844a The view downstream (west) of the Big Piney River from the Devil's Elbow Bridge.

Contact SAINT ROBERT HISTORICAL PRESERVATION COMMMITEE

SAINT ROBERT HISTORICAL PRESERVATION COMMMITEE
PO BOX 2835
FORT LEONARD WOOD
MO
65473

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MID # 8402900248
Name SAINT ROBERT HISTORICAL PRESERVATION COMMMITEE
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Midwest
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 271233771
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INCOME 0
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LAT/LONG 37.768753, -92.124614
CODES FIPS State Code: 29
FIPS County Code: 169
US Census Tract: 470389
US Census Block: 1009