Fort Sheridan Water Tower, Historic water tower in Fort Sheridan, United States.
The Fort Sheridan Water Tower stands 169 feet tall, constructed with yellow bricks from Lake Bluff clay and topped with a red terra cotta roof.
The water tower, completed in 1891, was designed by architects William Holabird and Martin Roche as part of the military installation established in 1887.
The tower forms part of the Fort Sheridan Historic District, recognized on the National Register of Historic Places for its architectural and military significance.
Visitors can access the tower grounds through the Fort Sheridan Forest Preserve, which remains open daily from sunrise to sunset throughout the year.
Originally standing at 227 feet, the structure was reduced by 58 feet in 1949 and housed a 90,000-gallon steel tank accessed by 225 spiral steps.
Location: Highland Park
Inception: 1889
Architects: William Holabird, Martin Roche
Part of: Philip H. Sheridan Reserve Center
GPS coordinates: 42.21640,-87.81170
Latest update: March 31, 2025 08:33
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