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Glenwood Springs Hydroelectric Plant

Garfield County

Constructed in 1888, the privately owned power plant functioned as an important component of Glenwood Springs’ infrastructure.  It was purchased by the city in 1947 and remained in service until 1961. 

A black and white photo of the building with crossed gabled roofs and white walls.

Glenwood Springs Hydroelectric Plant 

The plant is one of only a few surviving Colorado buildings associated with the early use of hydroelectric power.  It currently houses the Glenwood Center for the Arts.

State Register

Address

601 6th St., Glenwood Springs

Site Number

5GF.2441

National Register