Crescent Hill Reservoir, Water reservoir and Gothic gatehouse in Crescent Hill, Louisville, United States.
The reservoir features a large basin holding 110 million gallons of water, with a Gothic-style gatehouse controlling water flow from the Ohio River.
Louisville Water Company opened the Crescent Hill Reservoir in December 1879, marking a major advancement in the city's water infrastructure development.
The reservoir grounds serve as a gathering place for local residents, featuring walking paths that encircle the water storage facility.
Visitors can access the reservoir from Reservoir Avenue, located north of Frankfort Avenue, with multiple entry points around the perimeter.
The gatehouse includes decorative stone urns at each corner of its roof, representing the flow of water through the facility.
Location: Louisville
GPS coordinates: 38.25690,-85.67910
Latest update: September 23, 2025 14:24
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