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The modern and efficient water-supply system of Richmond and operated by the city. In this view it shows the New Pumphouse, completed in 1883 , containing nine water pumps and an electric plant , the latter being installed in 1905. To the east of the pumphouse is the emergency steam plant, and adjoining this are the four large centrifugal pumps, installed in 1909, and having a capacity of 16 millions gallons daily. The interesting mechanical features of the plant itself, as well as the diversified natural scenery surrounding it, render it an object of interest to numerous visitors |
