Near Richfield in Sevier County, Utah — The American Mountains (Southwest)
Old Lime Kiln
Photographed By Bill Kirchner, June 14, 2014
1. Old Lime Kiln Marker
Inscription.
Old Lime Kiln. . This old lime kiln is the best preserved of seven kilns constructed north of Richfield during the late 1880′s. It was built by John Kyhl for Jens Larsen Jenson, a Swedish immigrant. The lime was used in the construction of homes, churches and schools of the early settlers. Limestone was quarried in the nearby hills, melted down in the kilns and cooled – a process that took several days. The result was a fine, white lime 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.
This old lime kiln is the best preserved of seven kilns constructed north of Richfield during the late 1880′s. It was built by John Kyhl for Jens Larsen Jenson, a Swedish immigrant. The lime was used in the construction of homes, churches and schools of the early settlers. Limestone was quarried in the nearby hills, melted down in the kilns and cooled – a process that took several days. The result was a fine, white lime 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.
Erected 2006 by Sevier Chapter, Sons of Utah Pioneers. (Marker Number 125.)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Industry & Commerce. In addition, it is included in the Sons of Utah Pioneers series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1905.
Location. 38° 47.605′ N, 112° 5.128′ W. Marker is near Richfield, Utah, in Sevier County. Marker is at the intersection of Utah Route 120 and Interstate 70, on the left when traveling north on State Route 120. Marker is northwest of the intersection and the lime kiln can be seen from the road. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Richfield UT 84701, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 6 miles of this marker, measured
More about this marker. You will have to walk up a small hill to view the marker and lime kiln close up.
Photographed By Bill Kirchner, June 14, 2014
2. Old Lime Kiln Marker
Photographed By Bill Kirchner, June 14, 2014
3. Old Lime Kiln
Photographed By Bill Kirchner, June 14, 2014
4. Old Lime Kiln
View from road.
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on June 26, 2014, by Bill Kirchner of Tucson, Arizona. This page has been viewed 907 times since then and 78 times this year. Photos:1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on June 26, 2014, by Bill Kirchner of Tucson, Arizona. • Syd Whittle was the editor who published this page.
