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Mitchell Powerhouse and Dam
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National Register of Historic Places

Mitchell Powerhouse and Dam

Also known as Northeastern Iowa Power Company

On the National Register since 197848 years
Listed 1978Mitchell
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About Mitchell Powerhouse and Dam

Mitchell Powerhouse and Dam, at Red Cedar River, was added to the National Register of Historic Places on Dec 8, 1978. The Register lists it for its industry, at the local level.

What it isEmbankment dam in Iowa, United States of America. From Wikidata (CC0). Read about it on Wikipedia ↗

PDFRead the original nominationThe form that put it on the Register, with its history, photos and a map · 10 MB · National Archives↗
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Red Cedar River, Mitchell

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Is Mitchell Powerhouse and Dam on the National Register of Historic Places?

Yes. It was added on Dec 8, 1978 (Register number 78001246).

Is Mitchell Powerhouse and Dam a National Historic Landmark?

No. It is on the National Register; Iowa has 22 National Historic Landmarks.

Can you visit Mitchell Powerhouse and Dam?

Our record doesn’t say whether it is open to visitors. Many listed buildings are private, so it may only be seen from the street.

Where can I read the history of Mitchell Powerhouse and Dam?

In its National Register nomination, the form that put it on the Register: a 10 MB PDF at the National Archives, linked on this page.

Sources: National Park Service, National Register of Historic Places (05/22/2026) · National Archives catalog record 75339601 · Wikidata. Map tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors.