Industrial Weld County

In Industrial Weld County, a self-assigned project, my goal is to document the evolving industrial landscape of Weld County, Colorado. Through a blend of historical context and contemporary imagery, this body of work offers a nuanced portrayal of the county’s industrial legacy.

Each photograph serves as a window into both past and present, revealing the enduring role of industry in shaping Weld County’s identity.

Great Western Sugar Company Chimney

The Windsor, Colorado chimney is an early 20th-century industrial structure that reflects a shift from brick to concrete construction for improved efficiency during industrialization. Its reinforced concrete shell, paired with a red brick interior lining, marks a transition toward modern industrial building methods in northern Colorado.

Designed by John V. Boland in 1914, the chimney combines firebrick and concrete for durability. Despite decades of use, it remains structurally sound, with rusted steel beams visible in select areas. Boland’s patented design likely influenced the broader adoption of concrete stacks in industrial architecture.

Great Western Sugar Company Chimney - Windsor, Colorado — Great Western Sugar Company Chimney • Windsor, Colorado • See our Industrial Photography services portfolio for commissioned work.

Kodak Colorado Division and the Recovery of Windsor Industry

Once spanning 900 acres and housing 24 buildings, the Kodak Colorado Division plant in Windsor now stands as a physical reminder of the region’s industrial legacy. While the facility has been significantly downsized, it remains operational, employing approximately 150 people and continuing limited production activities.

Kodak Colorado Division - Windsor, Colorado — Building C17 at Dusk • Kodak Colorado Division • Windsor, Colorado

Kodak Colorado Division side entrance - Windsor, Colorado — Side Door • Kodak Colorado Division • Windsor, Colorado

Downtown Greeley, Industry, and the Railway District

The Downtown Greeley Railway District, located along the eastern edge of the city center, embodies Greeley’s agricultural and manufacturing heritage. Its intersecting railroad lines symbolize both connectivity and the district’s historical role in regional economic growth.

Preserving these industrial structures remains essential to protecting the character of Downtown Greeley. Strengthening connections to surrounding communities can promote equitable development while ensuring the Railway District continues to serve as a cornerstone of the city’s past and future.

Martin Produce Company - Greeley, Colorado — Martin Produce Company • Greeley, Colorado

The Greeley Co-Op - Greeley, Colorado — The Greeley Co-Op • Greeley, Colorado

The following image of the Boyle Produce Company was selected for inclusion in A Sense of the Past: Exploring Nostalgia, the Town of Windsor Museums’ 9th annual Community Art and Poetry Exhibition.

Boyle Produce Company - Greeley, Colorado — Boyle Produce Company • Greeley, Colorado

The Greeley Elevator Company - Greeley, Colorado — The Greeley Elevator Company • Greeley, Colorado

Weld County and the CanAm Highway Industrial Corridor

The CanAm Highway, stretching from Mexico to Canada, passes through Weld County and connects communities such as Fort Lupton, Platteville, Evans, Greeley, and Ault. As a major north–south corridor, it supports commerce, transportation, and industry across the region.

Nunn Elevator - Nunn, Colorado — Nunn Elevator • Nunn, Colorado

Agfinity - Eaton, Colorado — Agfinity • Eaton, Colorado

Bellmore Farms - Nunn, Colorado — Bellmore Farms • Nunn, Colorado • Selected for A Sense of the Past: Exploring Nostalgia.

Farr’s Grain Elevator - Ault, Colorado — Farr’s Grain Elevator • Ault, Colorado

Industrial Photography for Your Marketing

If you operate an industrial business and are looking for professional photography, we can help document your facilities, processes, and people with clarity and purpose. In addition to making photographs, our marketing agency Diggles Creative also provides branding, design, and advertising services.

Call us at (970) 744-3611 or contact us to discuss how we can help showcase your industrial story.