Gladden Windmill, Historic windmill in Napoli, New York
The four-story wooden structure stands on a stone foundation and features a 24-foot square turbine room with adjustable shutters for wind control.
Built in 1890, George Gladden designed this vertical wind turbine after seeing a similar construction during his visit to Lincoln, Nebraska.
The windmill served local farmers for 40 years, combining grain milling operations with a farm tool repair shop in the same building.
The National Register of Historic Places listing status facilitates the preservation of this rare example of 19th-century wind power technology.
Under optimal wind conditions of 20-25 mph, the mill generated 20 horsepower and incorporated both an apple grater and cider press.
Location: New York
GPS coordinates: 42.23528,-78.89556
Latest update: March 4, 2025 11:40
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