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Reading Standpipe
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A landmark in Reading. The nearest other place is 3 min walk away. One of 38 history & landmarks in Reading.
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On the National Register since 1985
Reading Standpipe
Reading Standpipe was added to the National Register of Historic Places on Feb 1, 1985. It is significant for its town planning and architecture at the local level. It was listed as part of Reading MRA.
The Reading Standpipe was a historic water tower atop a hill near the corner of Auburn and Beacon Streets in Reading, Massachusetts. The 138-foot (42 m) tower was built in 1890-91 as part of Reading's first water supply system and was for many years a significant community landmark. The tower was built of steel and wrought iron in a style reminiscent of medieval fortifications. The tower was added to the National R…
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Some place details from Overture Maps (CDLA-Permissive-2.0). Changes go live once a second neighbor confirms them. Building history: National Park Service, National Register of Historic Places.