FIRST - Water Tower in Burlington, WI
Posted by: LOST_Mom
N 42° 40.930 W 088° 17.151
16T E 394653 N 4726322
The historical site of Burlington, WI's first water tower.
Waymark Code: WM2BKZ
Location: Wisconsin, United States
Date Posted: 10/07/2007
Views: 33
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.
FIRST - Classification Variable: Place or Location
Date of FIRST: 07/01/1890
More Information - Web URL: Not listed
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