Historical Marker
"Dinkey Engine"
Historical marker location:
1001 South Front Street, Sterling, Colorado
( Marker is at the intersection of South Front Street and Factory Street (Colorado Highway 6) on South Front Street.)
The Colorado River, which flows through the state and into several other western states, is an important source of water for irrigation and hydroelectric power. The river is also a popular destination for whitewater rafting and other recreational activities.