The buildings are not distinctive architecturally and are made of wood-frame construction with simple details.

They are, however, good examples of "commonplace late 19th and early 20th century life and building practice.

"[2] And the district, compared to alternatives covered in a study, was deemed the "best remaining example of a commercial center important for its location on the roads which allowed for the development of an expanding agricultural economy in the areas not served by railroad lines.

"[2] Turnage House, on Turnage Road, in or near Montpelier, is "significant as the best remaining example in Clay County of the early 20th century double-pen dogtrot house.

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