Zion-Mount Carmel Tunnel

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf tunnel
gptkbp:accessibility accessible to all vehicles
gptkbp:awards recognized for design excellence
gptkbp:built 1958
1961
drilling and blasting
innovative for its time
tunnel through solid rock
gptkbp:community_involvement local support during construction
gptkbp:communityEvents frequently featured in local festivals
gptkbp:connects Zion_Canyon_to_Mount_Carmel_Junction
gptkbp:construction_cost $1.5 million
gptkbp:constructionMaterial locally sourced materials
gptkbp:cultural_significance part of local heritage
gptkbp:culturalEvents site for local celebrations
gptkbp:education teaches about geology and history
gptkbp:elevation 5,000 feet
gptkbp:emergencyServices accessible for rescue operations
gptkbp:environmental_impact minimal disturbance to wildlife
gptkbp:features scenic views
gptkbp:flora surrounded by native plants
gptkbp:geologicalFeatures exposed rock formations
gptkbp:height 11.5 feet
gptkbp:historical_significance facilitated tourism in the area
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Zion-Mount Carmel Tunnel
gptkbp:is_designed_to gptkb:Reed_and_Stem_Architects
gptkbp:is_part_of Zion_National_Park_road_system
gptkbp:land_use recreational
gptkbp:landmark listed_on_the_National_Register_of_Historic_Places
iconic_structure_in_Zion_National_Park
gptkbp:landscape designed to blend with surroundings
gptkbp:length 1.1 miles
gptkbp:lighting natural light openings
gptkbp:localLegends associated with regional folklore
gptkbp:location gptkb:Zion_National_Park
gptkbp:maintenance managed_by_National_Park_Service
gptkbp:material concrete
gptkbp:nearby_attractions popular among visitors
available online and at park entrances
gptkbp:opened 1961
gptkbp:passenger_traffic motor vehicles
gptkbp:photography popular for scenic photography
gptkbp:provides_access_to open year-round
gptkbp:renovated restoration efforts in 2000s
gptkbp:research subject of research projects.
gptkbp:rootSystem road tunnel
gptkbp:sacraments attended by dignitaries
gptkbp:safety_features emergency exits
gptkbp:scenicViews gptkb:Zion-Mount_Carmel_Highway
gptkbp:seasonalActivities may be affected by weather
gptkbp:signage provide information along the route
gptkbp:significance National_Historic_Landmark
gptkbp:style naturalistic
gptkbp:tour available at visitor center
gptkbp:visitorsPerYear over 3 million
gptkbp:width 11.5 feet
gptkbp:wildlife home to various species
designed to allow animal movement