FIRST - Water Tower in Burlington, WI
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LOST_Mom
N 42° 40.930 W 088° 17.151
16T E 394653 N 4726322
Quick Description: The historical site of Burlington, WI's first water tower.
Location: Wisconsin, United States
Date Posted: 10/7/2007 7:45:29 PM
Waymark Code: WM2BKZ
Views: 27
Long Description:The historical site of Burlington, WI's first water tower located
at 389 Lewis St in Burlington, WI.
The plaque reads:
"This city's first water tower was completed in July of 1890. The
original tank burst when its iron bands gave way on July 19, 1938.
The second cypress stave tank was retired from service and
reinforced with concrete in July of 1981. The preservation of this
landmark was made possible by the efforts of many citizens and the
exceptional generousity of the following:"
There are more than 4 dozen names and companies listed on the
plaque.
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