U.S. Naval Base, Pearl Harbor, Dry Dock No. 1, On northern shoreline of shipyard, near intersection of Avenue G & Sixth Street, Pearl City, Honolulu County, HI
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Significance: At the time of completion, Dry Dock No. 1 was one of the largest and most modern dry docks in the world. In addition to its immense size, Dry Dock No. 1 was an important engineering and construction feat, employing a unique construction technique. Moreover, the dedication of the dry dock signified the dedication of the Pearl Harbor Naval Base, since a base without a dry dock was inefficient and unserviceable in time of war. Dry Dock No. 1 was a major focus of the December 7, 1941 attack since 3 ships, including the USS Pennsylvania, were docked here. This resource is one of the most historically significant facilities in the Shipyard and is listed as a Category One historic resource in the 2001 Pearl Harbor Integrated Cultural Resource Management Plan (ICRMP).
Survey number: HAER HI-65
Building/structure dates: after. 11900- before. 1910 Initial Construction
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