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McKenzie Well

Boulder, Colorado • Boulder County

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About This Property

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The McKenzie Well in Boulder, Colorado, is a historic wellhead structure representing a vital water source for the early development of the city. It is an example of utilitarian architecture designed for public service.

Property Information

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Category
Site
Acreage
0.4
Listed Date
1/26/2005
Other Names
Boulder Oil Field's Mckenzie Well; Mckenzie#1-21; Mckenzie#1; 5bl.418

Significance Details

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Area of Significance
Industry
Periods of Significance
1900 Ad - 1924 Ad
National Historic Landmark
No
Level - International
No
Level - National
No
Level - State
No
Level - Local
Yes
Level - Not Indicated
No

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