National Register of Historic Places

Folsom Powerhouse

Folsom Powerhouse is a historic place in Folsom, Sacramento County, California, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on October 2, 1973, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 73000426.

Folsom, Sacramento County, CaliforniaListed October 2, 1973NRIS #73000426★ National Historic Landmark
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Folsom Powerhouse

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About this place

What is Folsom Powerhouse?

Folsom Powerhouse State Historic Park is a historical site preserving an 1895 alternating current (AC) hydroelectric power station—one of the first in the United States.

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Listing details

Name
Folsom Powerhouse
City
Folsom
County
Sacramento County
Listed on the National Register
October 2, 1973
NRIS reference number
73000426
Resource type
building
National Historic Landmark
Yes
Coordinates
38.68077, -121.17663
When was Folsom Powerhouse listed on the National Register?

Folsom Powerhouse was added to the National Register of Historic Places on October 2, 1973.

Where is Folsom Powerhouse located?

Folsom Powerhouse is located in Folsom, Sacramento County, California at approximately 38.68077, -121.17663. See the map above.

Is Folsom Powerhouse a National Historic Landmark?

Yes. Folsom Powerhouse is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest federal recognition for a historic place.