National Register of Historic Places

Belton Standpipe

Belton, Anderson County, South Carolina
Listed
November 5, 1987
Type
Structure
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
87001948

About this property

The Belton Standpipe, in Belton, South Carolina, historically known as the Belton Waterworks Tower, is a 155-foot high concrete water tower located near the downtown area. Construction on the tower began in 1908 and was completed in 1909. It is the tallest of three standpipe water towers in the state. The tower was listed in the National Register of Historic Places on November 5, 1987. A complete renovation of the structure began in 1989, and was completed in 1991. It is an early example of water storage facilities using reinforced concrete construction, a material that would eventually become popular in the United States. The tank, located at the top of the tower, holds 165,000 gallons of water that flows through a 10-inch pipe located in the center of the tower.

Location

Belton, Anderson County, South Carolina
34.52255, -82.49161

Categories

COMMUNITY PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENTENGINEERING
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Sources

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Nearby Historic Sites

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Anderson College Historic District
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When was Belton Standpipe listed on the National Register?

Belton Standpipe was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on November 5, 1987.

What type of historic resource is Belton Standpipe?

Belton Standpipe is classified as a structure in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Belton Standpipe?

The period of significance for Belton Standpipe is recorded as the industrial era.

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