IRWD Windmiill - Irvine, CA - Windmills on Waymarking.com

One of 1200 windmills used to serve the Irvine Ranch, now this windmill is on display in memory of Jim Olson, a former Irvine Ranch Water District Employee. The marker near the base of the windmill reads:

In memory of
Jim Olson
1939-2002

This windmill is one of 1,200 such water-pumping devices that once served the Irvine Ranch before modern water systems were avaialble. Jim, a long-time employee of Irvine Rach Water District, was responsible for dismantling and reconstructing it on numerous occasions as it was moved to various locations to preserve a piece of local history. This windmill will always serve as a fond rememberance of Jim.

Purpose: Ornamental Open to the public: yes Is This Windmill Functional?: Yes! Date of Manufacture: Not listed Windmill Farm: Not Listed Cost: Not Listed Museum on Site: Not Listed

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