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High Bridge and the old "High Service Works" reservoir as they would look when completed. This early view also includes a curious rendering of the iconic water tower. Now a familiar feature, the octagonal water tower opened in 1872. From D.T. Valentine’s Manual, 1868. #engineering

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For more about High Bridge, and the water tower in particular, see @untappedny.bsky.social's fantastic article #history

untappedcities.com10 Secrets of NYC's Highbridge Water Tower - Untapped New YorkUncover the secrets of Highbridge Water Tower, recently reopened for tours following a $5 million restoration!

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