Montpelier in Washington County, Vermont — The American Northeast (New England)
Winooski River From Bailey’s Grain Tower, 1929
Photographed By Larry Gertner, October 27, 2021
1. Winooski River From Bailey’s Grain Tower, 1929 Marker
This panorama of the Montpelier riverfront portrays the Winooski River at its zenith of industrial and railroad activity. The river is high, which suggests that Main Street dam was providing power to nearby mills and factories. Ample trackage served passenger and freight trains for the Montpelier and Wells River and the Central Vermont railroads. The M. & W.R. engine house and repair shops are visible about mid-way along the north bank of the Winooski and near the curve of the river in the background, the 90’ tall coal tower and long, horizontal roof lines of the granite sheds were site of expanded riverfront development by the turn of the 20th century.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Industry & Commerce • Railroads & Streetcars.
Location. 44° 15.407′ N, 72° 34.525′ W. Marker is in Montpelier, Vermont, in Washington County. Marker is on Stonecutters Way, on the right when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Montpelier VT 05602, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Main Street Bridge & F.W. Bailey Mill, Circa 1920 (within shouting distance of this marker); Flood of 1927, Montpelier and Wells River Railroad Station and Yard (within shouting distance of this marker); The Arthur Tandy
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Photographed By Larry Gertner, October 27, 2021
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Credits. This page was last revised on May 5, 2023. It was originally submitted on May 5, 2023, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York. This page has been viewed 57 times since then and 14 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on May 5, 2023, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York.
