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Portal Powerhouse

Visual Materials

Portal Powerhouse

Description: Portal Powerhouse - Foundation excavation in firm decomposed granite draft tube side of powerhouse. Excavation approx. 1' above final grade.
Type: Visual Materials(Opens in new tab)
Date: 8/15/1955
Call number: photCL SCE 02 - 43546
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