Riverside Speedway (West Memphis, Arkansas)

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Historic dirt racetrack listed on the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP).

Built: 1950
Architect: C.L. Montgomery; G.H. Horstman; Walter D. May
Areas of significance: Entertainment/Recreation
Length: 1/4 mile
Area: 18.388 acres
Significant outbuildings:
Also known as: Riverside International Speedway; West Memphis Speedway; "The Ditch"
Date added to NRHP: 1/21/2010
Wikipedia article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Riverside_International_Speedway_(West_Memphis,_Arkansas)
Nearby cities:
Coordinates:   35°8'38"N   90°8'6"W

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  • This racetrack has been in operation continuosly since 1949. Many drivers famous in Dirt Track Racing started their careers here, including Hooker Hood, Rick Hood, Sammy and Jeff Swindell, and Bobby Davis Jr. Its a great place to see a race.
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