State Historical Marker #1012 - Pelton Wheel Manufacturing Site

Nevada City, CA 95959

The Pelton Wheel Manufacturing Site, marked by State Historical Marker #1012, is located in Nevada City, California. This site commemorates the birthplace of the Pelton water wheel, invented by Lester Allan Pelton in the 1870s. The innovative design harnessed hydraulic energy efficiently, significantly influencing the development of hydroelectric power and gold mining in the region. Today, it serves as a reminder of the technological advancements that shaped California's history.

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