POLE BARN - Sierra Valley CA
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sbcamper
N 39° 38.156 W 120° 21.913
10S E 726108 N 4390667
Characerized by a slab (hardpacked or concrete) and a roof. This is used to keep hay dry; when the hay has been moved out/sold the owner may park equipment there. It is close to the main road for ease of transport. Hey, in high country, snow is
Waymark Code: WMRMHA
Location: California, United States
Date Posted: 07/08/2016
Views: 2
always a consideraion. Also shade!
Becoming popular during the depression in the 1930’s, the “pole barn” received its name due to use of old telephone poles to construct inexpensive metal or wood clad structures. Because of the scarce resources and financial difficulties of the times, pole barns became an inexpensive alternative to constructing a conventional barn. This was achieved by burying the end for the poles in the ground and attaching metal or wood to the outside walls and roof, using minimal wood framing to hold the siding in place. This reduced need for expensive foundations and frugal use of wood made pole barns a natural fit for those looking for more storage space for less money.
Construction: Wood
Is this a 'working' barn?: Hay Barn (used to store hay or grains)
Distinctive Features: Other (describe below)
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Definitely a working barn. Maybe even a place to have an after party or dance.
One could protect an RV or six, or a logging truck beneath it.
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