California Historical Landmarks in Nevada County

California Historical Landmark 832
South Yuba Canal Office
134 Main Street
Nevada City
Built 1857

California Historical Landmark #832: South Yuba Canal Office
South Yuba Canal Office and Assay Office

California Historical Landmark #832: South Yuba Canal Office
Plaque Hangs on Common Wall Between the Two Offices

California Historical Landmark #832: South Yuba Canal Office
14 December 2005
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South Yuba Canal Office

Headquarters for the largest network of water flumes and ditches in the state. The South Yuba Canal Water Company was the first incorporated to supply water for hydraulic mining. The original ditch was in use in May, 1850, and this company office was in use from 1857 to 1880. The holdings later became part of the vast P. G. & E. hydroelectric system.

California Registered Historical Landmark No. 832

Plaque placed by the State Department of Parks and Recreation in cooperation with the Nevada County Historical Landmarks Commission and the California Heritage Council. May 16, 1970.

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