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Longmont Power Plant

Lyons, Colorado • Boulder County

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About This Property

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The Longmont Power Plant, located in Lyons, Colorado, is a historic concrete dam and powerhouse. Constructed in 1913, it harnessed the power of the North St. Vrain Creek to generate electricity for the growing city of Longmont.

Property Information

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Category
Building
Acreage
0.9
Listed Date
9/10/1987
Other Names
Longmont Hydroelectric Plant

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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Area of Significance

Transportation; Engineering

Location

Co 7 At Milepost 32.98, Lyons, Colorado

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