Last updated: February 26, 2021
Place
Power Plant
NPS
Quick Facts
Location:
Kennecott, Alaska
Significance:
Historic Power Plant
Designation:
National Historic Landmark/National Park
Amenities
1 listed
Historical/Interpretive Information/Exhibits
This building had three ways to generate electricity: diesel gas generators, steam generators, and a Pelton waterwheel. Steam for heating, electricity and compressed air moved from this plant through warm utilidoors built under the wooden, snow-free sidewalks found throughout the mill camp.