A water tower is a large, elevated tank of water that pressurizes water for distribution to all of the houses and businesses in the area of the tower. They are typically located on high ground and are large enough to hold about a day’s worth of water for the community served by the tower
Water towers work by maintaining the right water pressure in the distribution system. The water level in the tower rises and falls depending on the demand and supply of water. When the demand is high, the water level drops and the pressure decreases. When the demand is low, the water level rises and the pressure increases. The water tower also acts as a reservoir to store water in case of emergencies or power outages23
Water towers come in various shapes and sizes, such as spherical, cylindrical, conical, or even artistic. Some water towers are also landmarks or historical sites, such as the Brooklyn Water Tower or the Leaning Tower of Niles.