WA-IV-262 Fort (Camp) Ritchie Historic District Architectural Survey File This is the architectural survey file for this MIHP record. The survey file is organized reverse- chronological (that is, with the latest material on top). It contains all MIHP inventory forms, National Register nomination forms, determinations of eligibility (DOE) forms, and accompanying documentation such as photographs and maps. Users should be aware that additional undigitized material about this property may be found in on-site architectural reports, copies of HABS/HAER or other documentation, drawings, and the “vertical files” at the MHT Library in Crownsville. The vertical files may include newspaper clippings, field notes, draft versions of forms and architectural reports, photographs, maps, and drawings. Researchers who need a thorough understanding of this property should plan to visit the MHT Library as part of their research project; look at the MHT web site (mht.maryland.gov) for details about how to make an appointment. All material is property of the Maryland Historical Trust. Last Updated: 03-12-2004 MARYLAND HISTORICAL TRUST DETERMINATION OF ELIGIBILITY FORM ~roperty Name: ..... (:~~ Ritc~.e. ..I:Iistoric District Inventory Number: WA-IV-262 Address: MD 550 and Ritchie Road Historic district: X yes no City: Fort Ritchie Zip Code: 21719 County: Washington USGS Quadrangle{s): Blue Ridge Summit, Smithsburg Property Owner: U.S. Army Tax Account ID Number: Tax Map Parcel Number(s): Tax Map Number: Project: Agency: Agency Prepared By: C. Fisher/US_ Arm]'_ Environmental Center Preparer's Name: Date Prepared: 3/3/1997 Documentation is presented in: MHT Files WA-IV-262 Preparer's Eligibility Recommendation: x Eligibility recommended Eligibility not recommended Criteria: X A B xc D Considerations: A B c D E F G Complete if the property is a contributing or non-contributing resource to a NR district/property: Name of the District/Property: Inventory Number: Eligible: yes Listed: yes - ;te visit by MHT Staff yes X no Name: Date: Description of Property and Justification: (Please attach map and photo) The Camp Ritchie Historic District embodies the rich heritage of commitment that individual states have made toward the nation. In addition to the historic theme of military preparedness and training, the stone buildings are architecturally significant for the use oflocally available labor, stone and timber and for the organization of the Post. Thus, the District is considerd eligible under Criteria A and C. [For more information, see the Maryland Inventory of Historic Properties form for WA-IV-262] MARYLAND IDSTORICAL TRUST REVIEW Eligibility recommended X Eligibility not recommended Criteria: XA B XC D Considerations: A B c D E F G MHT Comments: Camp Ritchie Historic District was Federally nominated for the National Register of Historic Places. Reviewer, Office of Preservation Services Date R. Little Wednesday, March 26, 1997 > ~ ~" - " Reviewer, National Register Program Date .. MARY~ HISTORICAL TRUST DI~_..._!ON OF HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL PROGRAMS MARYLAND INVENTORY OF HISTORIC PROPERTIES FORM Complete each itea by marking •x• in the appropriate box or by entering the information requested. If any item does not apply to the property being documented, enter "N/A" for •not applicable.• For functions, architectural classification, materials, and areas of significance, enter only categories and subcategories from the instructions. Place additional entries and narrative items on continuation sheets. Use a typewriter, word processor, or computer, to complete all items. ============================================================================= 1. Name of Property ============================================================================= historic name Camp Ritchie Historic District other names/site number WA-IV-262 ============================================================================= 2. Location ============================================================================= street & number ""M"'D'--'R~o:.i.uiu.t~e-""'s.... s:..i.o~&-,..R._.io.Jt,..c..,h ...... i..:.e ....... Ri..i.o~a..i.d,.__ __________________ not for publication_NlL_ city or town Fort Ritchie vicinity_NA state Maryland code_Mll_ county Washington code~ zi '.Jde 21719 ============================================================================= 3. State/Federal Agency Certification ============================================================================= As the designated authority under the National Historic Preservation Act of 1986, as amended, I hereby certify that this ___survey __nomination __request for determination of eligibility meets the documentation standards for registering properties in the National Register of Historic Places and meets the procedural and professional requirements set forth in 36 CFR Part 60. In my opinion, the property~~ meets ~~ does not meet the National Register Criteria. I recommend that this property be considered significant ~~ nationally~~ statewide -~ locally. ( __ See continuation sheet for additional comments.) Not Applicable Signature of certifying official Date State or Federal agency and bureau In my opinion, the property ;K meets __ does not meet the National Register criteria. ( _ _ See continuation sheet for additional comments.) ~ ~commenting or other official Date State or Federal agency and bureau WA-IV-262 ========================================================================= =-~ertification 4. ============================================================================= I, hereby certify that this property is: entered in the Maryland Register ~~ entered in the National Register See continuation sheet. _xx_ determined eligible for the National Register See continuation sheet. determined not eligible for the National Register removed from the National Register other (explain) : Not N;lplicable Signature Date ============================================================================= 5. Classification ============================================================================= Ownership of Property (Check as many boxes as apply) - private public-local public-State ___x public-Federal Category of Property (Check only one box) building(s) ___x district site structure object Number of Resources within Property Contributing Noncontributing 96 --11. buildings 3 sites 4 --2. structures objects 103 ------1.2. Total N}JJll_ber of contributing resources previously listed in the National F _ster_Q__ Name of related multiple property listing (Enter "N/A" if property is not part of a multiple property listing.) WA-IV-262 =:,-...========================================================================= 6 . .cunction or Use ============================================================================= Historic Functions (Enter categories from instructions) Cat: Defense Sub: military facility Current Functions (Enter categories from instructions) Cat: Defense Sub: military facility ============================================================================= 7. Description ============================================================================= Architectural Classification (Enter categories from instructions) Tudor Revival Craftsman Other· castellated Materials (Enter categories from instructions) foundation Concrete & Stone roof Asphalt. Rubber Membrane walls Stone Wood other Wood Narrative Description (Describe the historic and current condition of the property on one or more continuation sheets.) S attached sheets. WA-IV-262 =-~·========================================================================= 8. dtatement of Significance ============================================================================= ApI?licable National Register Criteria (Mark 11 x 11 in one or more boxes for the criteria qualifying the property for National Register listing) __X_ A Property is associated with events that have made a significant contribution to the broad patterns of our history. B Property is associated with the lives of persons significant in our past. Prol?erty embodies the distinct~ye characteristics of a type, period, or method of construction or represents the work of a master, or possesses high artistic values, or represents a significant and distinguishable entity whose components lack individual distinction. D Property has yielded, or is likely to yield information impor­ tant in prehistory or history. Criteria Considerations (Mark 11 X11 in all the boxes that apply.) A owned by a religious institution or used for religious purposes. B removed from its original location. C a birthplace or a grave. D a cemetery. E a reconstructed building, object, or structure. F a commemorative property. G less than 50 years of age or achieved significance within the past 50 years. Areas of Significance (Enter categories from instructions) Military Architecture Period of Significance 1926-1945 Significant Dates n/a Significant Person (Complete if Criterion B is marked above) Cultural Affiliation Architect/Builder Captain Robert F Barrick Narrative Statement of Significance (Explain the significance of the property oµ_one or more continuation sheets.) WA-IV-262 =·,--~========================================================================= 9. Aajor Bibliographical References ============================================================================= (Cite the books, articles, and other sources used in preparing this form on one or more continuation sheets.) Previous documentation on file _.NA previously surveyed __NA preliminary determination