Pump House - Gilbert, AZ
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bluesnote
N 33° 21.285 W 111° 47.428
12S E 426453 N 3690894
One of many historical markers in downtown Gilbert.
Waymark Code: WMYJ6V
Location: Arizona, United States
Date Posted: 06/19/2018
Views: 1
The plaque says, "In 1925 the well for Gilbert's domestic water was drilled to a depth of 475 feet where a large flow of pure water was found. A six-inch pipe was sunk to bring water to the surface. The tower and pumping station were constructed in the same year.
Did you know that the pump house also served occasionally as a temporary jail to hold "rowdy citizens" while they sobered up? Gilbert sent their law-breakers to Chandler or Mesa prior to the construction of the town hall in 1938. A permanent jail was located in the rear portion of the new building.
Theme:
Cultural History
Food Court: no
Gift Shop: no
Hours of Operation:
Varies
Cost: 0.00 (listed in local currency)
Museum Size: Small
Street Address: Not listed
Relevant Web Site: Not listed
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