Groß-Gerau water tower
The water tower is one of the landmarks of Groß-Gerau . The construction of the tower began in 1928 on the site of the Groß-Gerau waterworks built at the time. In memory of the withdrawal of the French occupation troops from the Mainz bridgehead and the entire Rhineland (Zone III) on June 30, 1930, the tower, which was inaugurated in the same year, was given the name "Hindenburg Liberation Tower". However, this term is no longer used.
history
In order to improve the water supply for the population in Groß-Gerau, an elevated water tank was needed for the water supply network. An agreement was reached with the surrounding communities in 1927 on the goal and statute for the water supply. The water tower survived the Second World War with only minor damage.
Building
Construction of the water tower began in 1928. The 45 meter high tower was put into operation in 1929, but was not inaugurated until later. The building in the simple shape of a cylinder has viewing platforms that allow a wide view of the Groß-Gerauer Land. Because of its height, the tower has an elevator.
technology
The capacity of the elevated tank was 500 cubic meters and was used both to store water and to produce constant water pressure .
Change of use
The water tower has been renovated for rental use. Today there are business premises and apartments in it.
location
The Groß-Gerau water tower is located on the south-eastern outskirts of Groß-Gerau in the immediate vicinity of the upper-level buildings of the Prelate Diehl School and the Groß-Gerau vocational schools .
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Coordinates: 49 ° 54 ′ 58.4 " N , 8 ° 29 ′ 35.5" E