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PG&E Powerhouse

Coordinates: 38°35′36.4″N 121°30′20.2″W / 38.593444°N 121.505611°W / 38.593444; -121.505611
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PG&E Powerhouse
PG&E Powerhouse is located in Sacramento, California
PG&E Powerhouse
PG&E Powerhouse is located in California
PG&E Powerhouse
PG&E Powerhouse is located in the United States
PG&E Powerhouse
Location400 Jibboom St.,
Sacramento, California
Coordinates38°35′36.4″N 121°30′20.2″W / 38.593444°N 121.505611°W / 38.593444; -121.505611
Area1.925 acres (0.779 ha)
Built1912
ArchitectWillis Polk
Architectural styleClassical Revival
Beaux-Arts architecture
NRHP reference No.10000774 [1]
Added to NRHPSeptember 23, 2010

PG&E Powerhouse, also known as Sacramento River Station B is a historic building located in Sacramento, California, constructed in 1912 by notable architect Willis Polk.[2] Originally used by Pacific Gas and Electric PG&E as an auxiliary power plant and transformer substation, it played a key role in transforming voltage for distribution.[2]

In 1924, PG&E upgraded the facility, making it the largest steam turbine power plant in the region.[2] However, in 1957, PG&E sold the building, and its interior was stripped of all metal components and equipment, leaving behind a large open space.[2]

In November 2021, the building became home to the SMUD Museum of Science and Curiosity (MOSAC) as part of a $40.8 million redevelopment project.[3]

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References

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  1. ^ "National Register Information System". National Register of Historic Places. National Park Service. April 15, 2008.
  2. ^ a b c d "National Register of Historic Places Registration Form" (PDF).
  3. ^ "Mission & History".