New York officials, however, see the federal designation as interfering with their right to decide what is best for the state.

But, perhaps most significantly, federal designation opens the door to "economic development opportunities," including the casino gambling industry.

A small number of towns stick with the federal designation of so-called senior status starting at 62.

Last month, it received the federal designation.

The 175th demobilized between 11-17 Jan. 1946, this time keeping the federal numerical designation for good.

Some of the state designated routes overlap with the federal designations.

A federal designation is little more than recognition by the government that the resource is worthy of preservation.

State listings can have similar benefits to federal designation, such as granting qualification and tax incentives.

If such a body developed in the future, federal designation might be sought.

But no formal application has been made for the state designation, a precursor to the federal designation.