Keokuk in Lee County, Iowa — The American Midwest (Upper Plains)
Hugh Lincoln Cooper
1865-1937
Photographed By Cajun Scrambler, July 26, 2021
1. Hugh Lincoln Cooper Marker
The Illinois, Iowa, Missouri area centered in Keokuk owes much to Hugh Lincoln Cooper engineer, backed by area businessmen, he built, in three years, 1910-1913, the dam and powerhouse now operated by Union Electric Co.
Cooper's accomplishment opened a new era of commercial, industrial and recreational progress throughout the area.
Erected in 1963, fiftieth anniversary year of the dam and powerhouse.
Erected 1963.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Industry & Commerce • Waterways & Vessels. A significant historical year for this entry is 1913.
Location. 40° 23.441′ N, 91° 22.769′ W. Marker is in Keokuk, Iowa, in Lee County. Marker is on Mississippi Drive near North Water Street. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Keokuk IA 52632, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. George M. Verity (within shouting distance of this marker); Keokuk Union Depot (about 500 feet away, measured in a direct line); Waterpower - Dream and Reality (about 700 feet away); Water When Needed (about
Photographed By Cajun Scrambler, July 26, 2021
2. Hugh Lincoln Cooper Marker
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More about this marker. Located in the Victory Park
Credits. This page was last revised on October 23, 2021. It was originally submitted on August 6, 2021, by Cajun Scrambler of Assumption, Louisiana. This page has been viewed 120 times since then and 25 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on August 6, 2021, by Cajun Scrambler of Assumption, Louisiana.
