Boulder Historic Places Plan

Summary of Use

Historic Use Boyd Smelter/Mill Site is the historic location of smelting and milling operations on Boulder Creek.

Date

Event

1874 to 1880

James A. Boyd owned the property and processed gold, silver, and iron ore

1880 to 1918

Smelting and milling operations

Current Use Boyd Smelter/Mill Site is a public open space and archeological site that provides passive recreation with some limited programming. Boulder Creek Greenway, on the site's northern and western edges provides biking, walking, and running. A soft surface trail adjacent to Boulder Creek provides access to Boulder Creek. Water- based recreational activities include swimming, floating, and fishing.

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Boyd Smelter/Mill Site

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