Five Stamp Mill
1893
Used to crush gold ore at the Fortuna Mine near Nevada City. Ore fed under iron 'stamps' from rear hopper. Steam, water or electric belt-driven power turned wheel which revolved cams. Donated to Nevada City by Bill Magers.
Dedicated July 4, 1982 by Nevada City Council & Wm. Bull Meek--Wm. Morris Stewart No. 10, E Clampus Vitus
Marker is on Union Alley, on the right when traveling north.
Courtesy hmdb.org
