About this property
The Old Fresno Water Tower is a historic water tower in Fresno, California. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Designed by George Washington Maher, the tower was completed in late 1894.
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Federal Designation
The National Register of Historic Places, administered by the National Park Service, is the United States federal government's official list of districts, sites, buildings, structures, and objects deemed worthy of preservation for their historical, architectural, archaeological, engineering, or cultural significance. Listing on the National Register recognizes a property's importance to American history but does not place restrictions on private owners; it does, however, make properties eligible for federal historic preservation tax incentives and enables consideration in federal planning decisions. This property is recorded in the National Register under reference number 71000139. It was listed on October 13, 1971.
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Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).
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Questions about this property
When was Old Fresno Water Tower listed on the National Register?
Old Fresno Water Tower was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on October 13, 1971.
What type of historic resource is Old Fresno Water Tower?
Old Fresno Water Tower is classified as a site in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Old Fresno Water Tower?
The period of significance for Old Fresno Water Tower is recorded as the civil_war era.
Can I research the history near Old Fresno Water Tower?
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