Corry State Fish Hatchery
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N 41° 55.826 W 079° 40.344
17T E 610069 N 4642904
This marker is located near the drive for a fish hatchery which opened in 1876.
Waymark Code: WM9X4K
Location: Pennsylvania, United States
Date Posted: 10/09/2010
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Marker Text:
"Established in 1876 by the Pennsylvania Fish Commission as the ”Western Hatchery,” it is the longest continuously operated fish hatchery in the Commonwealth. Supplied by abundant springs of uniform flow and temperature, it is considered the state’s pioneer trout hatchery. Its success had a positive effect on the state economy, led to the creation of many jobs related to outdoor recreation, and helped stimulate Pennsylvania’s sport-fishing prominence."
There is parking in the drive for the fish hatchery. Traffic on Route 6 can be very heavy. The hatchery is open to the public and encourages visitors. The current hours of operation are 8am-3:30.
Marker Name: Corry State Fish Hatchery
County: Erie
Date Dedicated: 07/15/2010
Marker Type: Roadside
Location: 13365 Rt. 6, Corry
Category: Environment, Government & Politics 20th Century, Sports
Website: [Web Link]
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