National Register of Historic Places

Lake City Water Standpipe

Lake City, Calhoun County, Iowa
Listed
August 26, 1990
Type
Structure
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
90001211

About this property

The Lake City Water Standpipe is a historic structure located in Lake City, Iowa, United States. The standpipe was a popular form of water tower from about 1860 to the turn of the 20th century. The city council first attempted to build it as early as 1890, but the $10,000 bond was rejected. An $8,000 bond issue passed in June 1893, and a Water Works Department was established. The city contracted with the A.F. Paige Company of Sioux City to build the tower, which is 90 feet (27 m) tall and a diameter of 12 feet (4 m). It was completed in November 1893. Water mains were laid the following year and water was delivered to most citizens of Lake City. It also allowed the city to provide adequate fire protection. A new water tank was built next to the standpipe in the 1920s. It has subsequently been replaced by a larger structure on the southeast side of town. The standpipe was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1990.

Location

100 block of W. Washington St.
Lake City, Calhoun County, Iowa
42.26875, -94.73443

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When was Lake City Water Standpipe listed on the National Register?

Lake City Water Standpipe was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on August 26, 1990.

What type of historic resource is Lake City Water Standpipe?

Lake City Water Standpipe is classified as a structure in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Lake City Water Standpipe?

The period of significance for Lake City Water Standpipe is recorded as the industrial era.

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