To the left is the balance box. It is needed to help the wheel keep turning when the pump is lifting. The wheel works a system of flat rods and cables transmitting the movement created by the wheel to the pump. It was erected on this site in 1902 and restored in 1976.
This photograph is by carnkie and was uploaded July 16th 2009. © carnkie please do not copy or distribute without prior express permission.
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