The Lower Powerhouse
March 12, 2009 by Patrick · Leave a Comment
The Lower Powerhouse was located near the mouth of Sequalitchew Creek down in the Canyon. The DuPont Company in ca. 1910 constructed the facility along with some large storage tanks. The flume which came from the pump house to a surge tank , then a 275ft – 300ft long pressure flume [Read more...]
Lower Power House Gravel Slide
February 26, 2009 by Patrick · Leave a Comment
On December 12, 1926 the lower power house experienced a gravel slide. This was caused by crumbling of the bank under the pen stock, resulting in tipping of the latter and subsequent break of the flume. Today the lower power house is gone and the only part of it that remains is the foundation and sump housing. More photos and history available at the DuPont Museum. www.dupontmuseum.com
