Folsom Powerhouse State Historical Park

Folsom Powerhouse State Historical Park


Folsom, California (CA), US
Built in the late 19th century by the Natoma Water and Mining Company and prison labor from Folsom Prison, the hydroelelectric powerhouse first delivered power to Sacramento in 1895. The powerplant remained in operation until 1952. It has the original four turbines still in place.
Built in the late 19th century by the Natoma Water and Mining Company and prison labor from Folsom Prison, the hydroelelectric powerhouse first delivered power to Sacramento in 1895. The powerplant remained in operation until 1952. It has the original four turbines still in place.
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Links: en.wikipedia.org
By: forthefallendrms

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