Charlie Tayler used this waterwheel to power a stamp mill at his gold mining operations on Ute Creek. Tayler, who attributed his good health to the fact that he never kissed woman or took baths, built the waterwheel in 1893. It was moved to its present site in 1946, a gift to the people of Idaho Springs by his estate. It was restored during the spring and summer of 1988 by volunteers and private contributions. It was dedicated during Gold Rush Days, July 16-17, 1988.

Restoration Committee:

Bruce Bell, Larry Cox, David George, Joe Feistner, Kristian Loevlie, David McIntyre

Wendall Upright, project engineer

Marker is on Interstate 70 0.2 miles east of Chicago Creek Road.

Courtesy hmdb.org

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