Sulphur Springs Water Tower is a landmark of Tampa, Florida. It stands 214 feet (65 m) tall, with a foundation 45 feet (14 m) deep which makes it visible from nearby Interstate 275 and much of the rest of Sulphur Springs. [1] It's located in the historic district of Sulphur Springs.

Jul 16, 2020 · The Sulphur Springs Water Tower is a historic landmark for the City of Tampa. This twenty-one-story water tower was constructed in 1927 by Grover Pole. It was built to supply adequate water pressure to the Sulphur Springs Hotel and Apartments, as well as Maves Arcade.

Sep 4, 2023 · Nestled upon 13 acres of meadowland along the Hillsborough River’s edge, the Sulphur Springs Water Tower seamlessly melds practicality with architectural ingenuity. Its intricate adornments include ornate detailing, crenelated parapet walls, lancet windows, and gracefully scrolled footings, uniting form and function in elegant harmony.

Nov 15, 2019 · The Sulphur Springs Water Tower is a 214-foot-tall Tampa landmark built in the 1920s, when Sulphur Springs was a popular spot for both locals and visitors. "The lure of Sulphur Springs was to come here for your health," explained Lori Collins.

Oct 31, 2023 · Crews work to pressure wash the Sulphur Springs Water Tower to remove decades of dirt, paint, graffiti, and mold. The historic Tampa landmark will be repainted in the weeks to come.

Sep 23, 2024 · About six miles due north of downtown Tampa, the Hillsborough River winds through a cacophony of mangroves, Spanish moss, and sabal palm trees. That’s where historians believe the Tocobaga tribe of Native Americans once bathed in the river’s spring waters, thought to contain healing properties.

Jan 4, 2013 · The 214-ft. tall, castle-like Sulphur Springs Water Tower in north Tampa was built in 1927 as a centerpiece for an amusement park and a community along the Hillsborough River. Closed for decades, the city bought it last year and is making it part of a park.

Sep 24, 2024 · That white lighthouse-esque cylinder protruding from the tree canopy while driving along I-275. But what’s the story behind the Sulphur Springs Water Tower? We investigated the landmark for some brief snippets into its fascinating life.

Aug 18, 2022 · Sulphur Spring's Water Tower An interesting fact about the Sulphur Springs water tower is that it was originally made to reserve and use the water saved up in the springs to power the arcade, mall, and theater.

The Sulphur Springs Water Tower was built in 1927 and remains an iconic symbol today. This short video tells the story of the community's early days as "Florida's Coney Island."