Charlie Tayler Waterwheel-Idaho Springs, CO
N 39° 44.442 W 105° 30.958
13S E 455790 N 4399105
This waterwheel can be seen from I-70 in Idaho Springs, Colorado.
Waymark Code: WMG0Z
Location: Colorado, United States
Date Posted: 06/30/2006
Views: 102
The plaque reads: Charlie Tayler used this waterwheel to power a stamp mill at his gold mining operations on the Ute Creek. Tayler, who attributed his good health to the fact that he never kissed women or took baths, built the water wheel in 1893. It was moved to its present site in 1946, a gift to the People of Idaho Springs by his estate. It was restored during the spring and summer of 1988 by volunteers and private contributions. It was dedicated during Gold Rush Days, July 16-17, 1988. Restoration Committee: Bruce Bell, Larry Cox, David George, Joe Feistner, Kristian Loevlie, David McIntyre, Wendell Upright, project engineer.
Current Status: Ruin
Current Use: Not listed
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