U-Drop Inn

By Jesse Russell

High Quality Content by WIKIPEDIA articles The U-Drop Inn, also known as Tower Station and U-Drop Inn and Tower Caf , was built in 1936 in Shamrock, Texas along the historic Route 66 highway. Inspired by the image of a nail stuck in dirt, the building was designed by J.C. Berry. An unusual example of art deco architecture applied to a gas station and restaurant, the building features two flared towers with geometric detailing, curvilinear massing, glazed ceramic tile walls, and neon light accents. It has traditionally held two separate business: "Tower Station," a gas station on the western side, and the "U-Drop Inn," a caf on the eastern side. Though it has passed hands several times in its history, the building has consistently housed the same types of businesses it was originally constructed for.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 5510681683
• ISBN13: 9785510681680
• Release Date: January 1
• Publisher: Book on Demand Ltd.
• Length: 86 Pages
• Weight: 0.47 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 8.3" x 11.0"