Old Lime Kiln - Richfield Utah
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skyrider001
N 38° 47.607 W 112° 05.133
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Old Lime Kiln Near Richfield Utah
Waymark Code: WM25GP
Location: Utah, United States
Date Posted: 09/08/2007
Views: 36
This old lime kiln, now restored, is the best preserved of seven kilns constructed here during the late 1880's. It was built by John Kyhl for Jens Larsen Jenson, a Swedish immigrant. The vital lime was used in the construction of homes, churches and schools of the early settlers. Limestone was quarried in the nearby hills, malted down in the kilns and cooled - a process that took several days. The result was a fine, white powder suitable for brick-making, mortar and plaster. Use of this kiln ended around 1905 when Mr. Jensen went blind from exposure to the extreme heat.
Marker Name: Old Lime Kiln - Richfield Utah
Marker Type: Roadside
County: Sevier
Addtional Information: Not listed
City: Not listed
Group Responsible for Placement: Not listed
Date Dedicated: Not listed
Marker Number: Not listed
Web link(s) for additional information: Not listed
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