Historic Humboldt Water Tower: An Old Landmark Still Standing Tall

September 20, 2023

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A towering piece of history, the Humboldt Water Tower has been a landmark for the community since its construction in 1915–it provided water and pressure to the residents of Humboldt, until the town ushered in a new a new water treatment and storage facility in 1977.

Its design is reminiscent of a coastal lighthouse, and this iconic structure stands as one of the last four of its kind in the province–holding the unique distinction of being the only one accessible to the public.

Comprising of an inner steel tank, measuring 20 feet in diameter and soaring to a height of 80 feet, encased within a timber housing, it was one of eleven similar structures that dotted Saskatchewan’s skyline during its heyday. Yet, time had not been kind, years of abandonment and exposure to the elements took their toll, leaving the tower in dire need of restoration.

In 2003, an effort to breathe new life and raise the necessary funds to restore this structure began. A group of volunteers spearheaded this, working hard to preserve a piece of Saskatchewan’s history and now, the tower has the distinction as only one of nine projects across Canada thus far selected as a part of the Heritage Canada Foundation Landmark Preservation Program.

Today, during the summer months both residents and visitors are invited to climb over 140 stairs within the restored tower to take in a 360-degree view of the Saskatchewan landscape! Private tours are available during the summer season, call 306.682.5526 to find out more.