Naval Supply Annex Stockton, Railroad Repair Yard Shed, Northwest of intersection of Ellsberg Drive & Rail Yard, Stockton, San Joaquin County, CA
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Significance: Building 916A is a contributing element of the Naval Supply Annex Stockton Historic District. The historic district was determined eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places under criteria A and C, for its role in supplying the fleet during World War II and as an important example of new warehouse design developed during World War II. Specifically, Naval Supply Annex Stockton was the first Navy supply depot to be built entirely to accommodate palletized cargo. Building 916A was not directly related to the palletized cargo handling operation and other supply functions. It was used as part of the locomotive repair facility.
Survey number: HABS CA-2682-AA
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