1982: Nimbus Dam in Sacramento

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Year1982
Decade1980s
LocationSacramento, California, United States
Duration13s
Pond5 pricefrom $199 USD
Collection1982 Sacramento California

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Nimbus Dam in Sacramento — Clip Details

Close-up footage of the Nimbus Dam sign in Sacramento, California, captured in 1982 on vintage 8mm film. The clip showcases the iconic manmade landmark with a clear view of the dam structure and surrounding water, reflecting the industrial design of the era. This authentic home movie footage offers a nostalgic glimpse into California's infrastructure and public landmarks during the early 1980s. The natural outdoor setting and steady film quality highlight the historical charm of the region’s water management system. Ideal for documentaries, editorial content, or retro-themed projects exploring American infrastructure and regional history.

Licensing & Technical Details

Original Format: 8mm / Super 8 Home Movie
Shot details: Close-upExterior
Resolution: See Pond5 listing
License: Not licensed directly; available on Pond5
Delivery: Via Pond5
Duration: 13s
Pond5 price: from $199 USD
Clip ID: 70212723

Source & Documentation

Source reel: Reel 1183 · Super 8 · 5″ reel
Original reel label: high water,mouldau,smetana,american river,nimbus to discovery park
Reel-level year note: 1982
Reel-level location note: california
Date: 1982 Estimated (Catalog estimate from the footage and file metadata; not independently confirmed.)
Date evidence: Catalog estimate. A reel-level note shows the same year, but the clip-to-reel link is itself a catalog match, so this is not counted as independent confirmation.
Location: Sacramento, California, United States Estimated (Catalog estimate from the footage and file metadata; not independently confirmed.)
Location evidence: Catalog estimate. A reel-level location note is linked, but the clip-to-reel link is itself a catalog match, so this is not counted as independent confirmation.
Licensing route: Marketplace licensing (Pond5)

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