Wasserturm Wilhelmshaven, Water tower in Kurpark, Wilhelmshaven, Germany.
Description
Wasserturm Wilhelmshaven is a 42-meter brick structure with a round base that changes into a twelve-sided shape toward the top, topped by a large steel container. The vessel holds water for the city, while the building stands out through its solid brick construction.
History
The structure arose between 1910 and 1911 as the city's third water facility and included two steel chambers for storage. In 2007 it received a new modern steel container, extending its years of service.
Culture
The tower sits in Kurpark and shapes the city's character as a symbol of early 20th-century urban growth. Visitors see how Wilhelmshaven expanded and built its public services.
Practical
The tower sits in Kurpark and is easy to reach on foot while exploring the surrounding park grounds. Visitors can view the outside and gain different perspectives from various spots in the park.
Did you know?
The tower still supplies water to the city more than 110 years after its construction. This ongoing function makes it a rare example of infrastructure that continues to do its original job.
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