It’s time once again for #FlashbackFriday with the Whitewater Historical Society.

If you have been on the Highway 12 bypass lately, you have seen the progress being made on the new Whitewater water tower south of the high school. This view from 1889 shows the building crew completing the metal tank on the old water tower in Starin Park. The water tower was part of the new water system installed in that year that included a pump house, a water reservoir, and several miles of pipe. Because of the new water tower, the old water tower will be decommissioned after over 130 years of service. It is hoped that the community will get together to preserve this important historic landmark!

Editor’s note: The city has indicated that there is no intention to demolish the water tower when it is taken out of service. It might be expected that funds will be required to preserve the landmark over the coming years.

Join us next week for more from the Whitewater Historical Society.

(2437P, Whitewater Historical Society)