South Yuba Canal Office - Nevada City, CA
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saopaulo1
N 39° 15.776 W 121° 01.011
10S E 671093 N 4347829
Quick Description: A California Plaque in Robinson Plaza.
Location: California, United States
Date Posted: 10/27/2010 9:45:44 PM
Waymark Code: WMA0WE
Views: 11
Long Description:
"Headquarters for the largest network of water flumes and ditches in the state. The South Yuba Canal Water Company was the first incorporated to supply water for hydraulic mining. The original ditch was in use in May, 1850, and this company office was in use from 1857 to 1880. The holdings later became part of the vast P.G. & E. hydroelectric system."
Marker Number: 832.00
Marker Name: South Yuba Canal Office
County: Nevada
Has Official CA Plaque: yes
Marker Dedication Date: 5/16/1970
Location:
Robinson Plaza
Website: Not listed
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Visit Instructions:
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