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Calderwood Hydroelectric Development

Calderwood, Tennessee • Blount County

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About This Property

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The Calderwood Hydroelectric Development in Calderwood, Tennessee, is a striking example of early 20th-century hydroelectric infrastructure. It features a substantial concrete dam and a visually prominent powerhouse designed in a classical style.

Property Information

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Category
District
Acreage
195
Listed Date
5/24/2004
Other Names
Not specified

Significance Details

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Area of Significance
Engineering; Architecture; Industry
Periods of Significance
1925 Ad - 1974 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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