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Show wOC ? y " Architect/Builder: Francis Madsen Building Materials: log stable, frame hay^uilding Type/Style: vernacular ———————————————————————:——r~——•-———————————•—————*—————————•.———•———---—-—————_———————————————i————————————————— Description of physical appearance & significant architectural features: (Include additions, alterations, ancillary structures, and landscaping if applicable) E» The Madsen barn conforms to the standard hay barn type found in Spring City < and throughout Sanpete County, i.e., the barn is a two part structure consisting of a largrectangle hay crib flanked by an enclosed stable. In this example, the stable is of sawed logs squared on all four sides so as to fit tightly together without chinking. The cornertimbering is full dovetail, expertly executed. Francis Madsen was the builder. The hay crib is pole frame and closed in with vertical siding running clear to the plate. The barn has been allowed to deteriorate and most of the roof was lost in a wind storm. Theron Madsen has decorated the side of the stable by nailing up his old car licen^ plates. . Statement of Historical Significance: oc O o D Aboriginal Americans D/ Agrrculture (s Architecture ' D The Arts D Commerce Q-Communication D Conservation D Education D Exploration/Settlement D Industry O Military D Mining D Minority Groups apolitical D Recreation D D D D Religion Science Socio-Humanitarian Transportation Barn contributes to the visual ambiance of Mormon Village historical scene and log building techniques suggest Scandinavian influence in Spring City folk building. |
