These buildings were largely used as concentrators for the crushed rock, although I did spy some small mills inside these too.
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A diesel crane and conveyor belt tripper are the major pieces of equipment that dominate the dock.
One of the older buildings on the site, this is an old power house that provided electricity to the plant. I spent some time walking around it and believe it was fired with coal gas but had a diesel backup installed later.
When Nopeming was affiliated with local farms, it often slaughtered its own livestock. This is the part of the hospital where food would be prepped, below the stage in the Service Building.
This tunnel goes to the adit over the Eagle River Mills. I bet those carts go fast down here!
Heavy wood doors for keeping people in.
The rust garden’s brick centerpiece contrasts the muted winter Kentucky palette.
I love the texture of the rust through the decaying yellow paint.
A closeup of a flour chute.
A panorama showing the biggest building in Gilman—unless you count the massive mine below as a structure.