Havemeyer-Willcox Canal Pumphouse - Rifle vicinity, CO
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Outspoken1
N 39° 29.991 W 107° 55.133
13S E 249016 N 4376317
The ruins of this historic pumphouse have become a gathering place for graffiti artists, drinking and drug users.
Waymark Code: WMXR39
Location: Colorado, United States
Date Posted: 02/17/2018
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"Remaining on the site are a concrete pumphouse and forebay, along with supporting structures such as a cistern and concrete support blocks for conduits. The pumphouse is associated with the Havemeyer-Willcox canal system which began as early as 1902 when the Hallett Ditch was promoted by William Willcox. Through marriage in 1904, he joined forces with the Havemeyer family of New York City. The Havemeyer firm incorporated in Colorado in 1909 and pursued its interest in the production of sugar beets." (from (
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The NRHP form may be found at (
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Street address:
West of Rifle
Rifle, CO USA
County / Borough / Parish: Garfield
Year listed: 1980
Historic (Areas of) Significance: Architecture/Engineering, Event
Periods of significance: 1900-1924
Historic function: Transportation
Current function: Vacant
Privately owned?: no
Primary Web Site: [Web Link]
Secondary Website 1: [Web Link]
Season start / Season finish: Not listed
Hours of operation: Not listed
Secondary Website 2: Not listed
National Historic Landmark Link: Not listed
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