In 1905, the turbines began to turn at Seattle City Light's first hydroelectric plant on the Cedar River.  In 1912, work began on a large masonry dam to replace the original wooden one. This photo was taken at the groundbreaking ceremony for the new dam facility. According to Seattle Public Utilities personnel, the ceremony took place at Camp II, the construction camp closest to the dam.
<ul><li>Subjects (LCTGM): Dams; Dedications; Hydroelectric power; Power plants; Seattle City Light</li></ul>
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Webster &amp; Stevens</div>
1912<div style="display: none;">date QS:P571,+1912-00-00T00:00:00Z/9</div>
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