Original Folsom Hydroelectric Plant
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heringermr
N 38° 40.818 W 121° 10.594
10S E 658607 N 4282877
California Historical Landmark #633
Waymark Code: WM6FT8
Location: California, United States
Date Posted: 05/27/2009
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In the 1850s, Horatio Gates Livermore and later his sons, Horatio P. and Charles E., pioneered the development of ditches and dams on the American River for industry and agriculture. One historic result was Folsom Powerhouse, which began operations in July 1895. Power was delivered to Sacramento at 11,000 volts, a new achievement in long-distance high-voltage transmission which the capital celebrated by a grand electric carnival September 9, 1895. The original generating plant, still in place, remained in continuous operation until 1952. The plant was donated by Pacific Gas and Electric Co. to the State of California to preserve its historical values.
Marker Number: 633.00
Marker Name: OLD FOLSOM POWERHOUSE
County: Sacramento
Has Official CA Plaque: yes
Marker Dedication Date: 08/22/1958
Location:
Folsom Powerhouse State Park, Greenback Lane, Folsom
Website: [Web Link]
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