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Penstock split before powerhouse for two Pelton type waterwheels

Description: Penstock split before powerhouse for two Pelton type waterwheels - Powerhouse #2
Type: Visual Materials(Opens in new tab)
Date: 5/18/1920
Call number: photCL SCE 02 - 05786
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