Building 470, Military research building at Fort Detrick, Maryland, United States.
Building 470, constructed with two large fermentors inside, rises seven stories high with specialized air pressure control systems for safety containment.
From 1953 to 1965, Building 470 functioned as a facility for biological research, contributing to military scientific programs during the Cold War period.
The structure represents a period when national defense priorities directed scientific research, leading to advances in understanding infectious diseases and containment protocols.
Access to Building 470 remained restricted to authorized personnel until its demolition in 2003, following extensive decontamination procedures and safety assessments.
The building contained specialized fermentation equipment that determined its unusual height and required specific construction methods to maintain negative air pressure.
Location: Maryland
GPS coordinates: 39.43400,-77.43100
Latest update: March 5, 2025 18:52
Hood College
1.7 km
One-Million-Liter Test Sphere
175 m
Rose Hill Manor
2.2 km
Schifferstadt
1.2 km
Weinberg Center for the Arts
2.8 km
Hessian Barracks
3.3 km
Saint John's Church
5.6 km
Frederick Historic District
2.7 km
Way Off Broadway Dinner Theatre
2.4 km
Spring Bank Farm
3.5 km
Nallin Farm House
2.1 km
Nallin Farm Springhouse and Bank Barn
2 km
Beth Sholom Congregation
2.2 km
Monocacy River bridge and viaduct
4.8 km
Frederick Armory
2.4 km
Guilford
4.5 km
Highland Lodge
4.1 km
Loats Female Orphan Asylum of Frederick City
2.8 km
Edgewood
2.8 km
John C. Motter House
1.9 km
National Museum of Civil War Medicine
2.9 km
George Widrick House
6 km
Tuscarora Creek (Monocacy River) bridge
4.6 km
Schifferstadt Architectural Museum
1.2 km
Kol Ami of Frederick
2.7 km
City Opera House
2.7 km
Linden Grove
3.7 km
James K.P. Wolfe House
1.8 kmReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes