Water tower in Zabrze, Water tower in Zabrze, Poland
Description
The Water tower in Zabrze is a brick structure standing 46 m tall with an octagonal form supported by eight buttresses and topped with a steel dome. A central staircase of 135 steps connects the interior levels and leads to the technical spaces just below the dome.
History
Architect August Kind designed this structure in 1911 to supply water to several communities across the region. It was a critical infrastructure project built to serve the rapidly expanding industrial towns in the area.
Culture
The tower became a landmark symbolizing industrial growth in Upper Silesia and continues to define Zabrze's skyline. It represents the technical achievement of the early 20th century and shows how important water infrastructure was for the region's expanding industrial communities.
Practical
Climbing through the interior offers views of the craftsmanship and technical details from the period when it was built. Walking is the only way to reach the upper levels, and access may change depending on the season and maintenance schedules.
Did you know?
Until 1985, the structure housed apartments and offices for administrative staff in its lower three floors. After that year, it became exclusively residential and has served only as a dwelling space since then.
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