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Big Creek Powerhouse #4

Description: Big Creek Powerhouse #4 - Photo taken at site before any construction was started. Narrowness of channel indicated by this view taken across river, looking at temporary hoist and high line used to transport men, equipment, and materials for footbridge across river. Cables will be anchored in exposed face in lower left foreground. Tower can be seen assembled and lying on bridge ready to lower into place.
Type: Visual Materials(Opens in new tab)
Date: undated
Call number: photCL SCE 02 - 42586
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