Isabella Furnace, Iron furnace in West Nantmeal Township, Pennsylvania, US.
Isabella Furnace stands as a cold blast charcoal iron furnace with original structures showcasing industrial architecture from the 1830s manufacturing period.
Completed in 1835 as Chester County's final iron furnace, the facility operated under the Potts family until 1855 when bankruptcy led to temporary loss of control.
The furnace represents Pennsylvania's industrial development during the nineteenth century, reflecting the regional importance of iron production and manufacturing methods.
The historic site coordinates at latitude 40.1133 and longitude -75.8231 provide access points for visitors interested in examining industrial heritage structures.
Colonel Joseph Potts modernized the facility in 1881, increasing production capacity from 1,000 to 6,000 short tons of iron annually by 1892.
Location: Pennsylvania
GPS coordinates: 40.11330,-75.82310
Latest update: March 28, 2025 06:21
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