Nevada City in Nevada County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)
Miners Foundry – Allans Machine Shop
Founded 1856
Photographed By Syd Whittle, December 29, 2006
1. Miners Foundry – Allans Machine Shop Marker
This original brick building in continuous usage as a foundry for over 110 years. Famous Pelton Waterwheel developed and manufactured here in 1878. Ingenious double-cupped bucket designed by Lester A. Pelton of Camptonville and Nevada City. It became the basis for hydro-electric turbin (sic) generators throughout the world.
Erected 1986 by Wm. Bull Meek-Wm. Morris Stewart No.10, E Clampus Vitus, Nevada City, Nevada County, California. May 14, 1986.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Industry & Commerce • Natural Resources • Notable Events. In addition, it is included in the E Clampus Vitus series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1878.
Location. 39° 15.73′ N, 121° 1.184′ W. Marker is in Nevada City, California, in Nevada County. Marker is located at Miners Foundry, mounted on the Pelton Wheel. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 325 Spring Street, Nevada City CA 95959, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Pelton Wheel Manufacturing Site (here, next to this marker); English and New Salmon Mine Stamp Mill (here, next to this marker); Powell Home (within shouting distance of this marker); 400 Broad Street (within shouting distance
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Also see . . .
1. Miners Foundry. Wikipedia entry (Submitted on February 12, 2024, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York.)
2. Miners Foundry Cultural Center - Our History. Center website entry (Submitted on October 23, 2008, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona.)
Additional keywords. Gold Rush
Photographed By Syd Whittle, December 29, 2006
2. Miners Foundry – Allans Machine Shop Marker
Photographed By Karen Key, October 12, 2010
3. Miners Foundry – Allans Machine Shop Marker
The building is now the Nevada City Winery.
Credits. This page was last revised on February 12, 2024. It was originally submitted on October 23, 2008, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona. This page has been viewed 2,397 times since then and 25 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on October 23, 2008, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona. 3. submitted on October 21, 2010, by Karen Key of Sacramento, California.
