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Renwick Generating Plant

A landmark in Renwick, with 13 places within a five-minute walk.

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On the National Register since 1995

Renwick Generating Plant

Renwick Generating Plant

Renwick Generating Plant was added to the National Register of Historic Places on Feb 17, 1995. It is significant for its industry at the local level.

Renwick Generating Plant, also known as the Municipal Steam Light Plant, is a historical industrial facility located in Renwick, Iowa, United States. G.L. Long was an engineer who was contracted in 1914 to design a steam-powered electrical light plant. It first distributed energy on March 14, 1915, at 6:00 p.m. The steam engines were replaced by a 75-horsepower, two-cylinder, semi-diesel engine and generating equi…

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The nearest neighbor is Palmer Pools and Spas, 1 min walk away.

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Some place details from Overture Maps (CDLA-Permissive-2.0). Changes go live once a second neighbor confirms them. Building history: National Park Service, National Register of Historic Places.

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