Downtown in Campbell in Santa Clara County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)

Campbell Water Company Towers

Photographed By Joseph Alvarado, August 27, 2022

1. Campbell Water Company Towers Marker

Inscription. Benjamin Campbell and his neighbors formed the Campbell Water Company in 1892. It was Campbell’s first utility. Starting with one small tank, it was soon replaced with two wooden tanks, with a total capacity of 60,000 gallons. The 1906 Earthquake sent these tanks crashing to the ground. Four 20,000 gallon tanks were then put in place. These lasted until 1928, when the 75,000 gallon elevated, steel tank was installed. Made by the Pittsburg-Des Moines Steel Company, the 130 foot high tower is now a symbol of Historic Downtown Campbell.

Erected by Farrington Historical Foundation.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Disasters • Parks & Recreational Areas • Settlements & Settlers. A significant historical year for this entry is 1892.

Location. 37° 17.153′ N, 121° 56.674′ W. Marker is in Campbell, California, in Santa Clara County. It is in Downtown. Marker can be reached from First Street near Orchard City Drive. The marker is mounted to the north side of the Campbell Water Co. building located in Hyde Park. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 90 S First Street, Campbell CA 95008, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Richard Gordon "Rick" Davis (a few steps from this marker); Campbell Water Company (a few steps from this marker);

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Hyde Cannery Site (within shouting distance of this marker); Campbell Farmer's Union (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Country Woman's Club (about 400 feet away); Courtyard (about 500 feet away); Bank of Campbell (about 500 feet away); Bank of Campbell (Farley Building) (about 600 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Campbell.

More about this marker. Hyde Park is located at the base of the Campbell Water Tower and has a small grass area and children's swing set for visitors to stop and take a break when visiting the Downtown.

Related markers. Click here for a list of markers that are related to this marker. Campbell Water Company Steel Tank and Hyde Cannery

Also see . . . Local History: The Campbell Water Tower.

"The Campbell Water Company was established in 1892 as the city’s first utility, serving Campbell’s residents and farmers with fresh water. It became increasingly important in the city’s early days of development."

(Submitted on September 3, 2022, by Joseph Alvarado of Livermore, California.)

Photographed By Joseph Alvarado, August 27, 2022

2. Hyde Park

Dedicated April 26, 1995
A gift from San Jose Water Company
To the City of Campbell
City Council: Donald R. Burr, Mayor • Robert S. Dougherty, Vice Mayor • Barbara D. Conant, Councilmember • Jeanette M. Watson, Councilmember • Mark C. Wilkinson, Councilmember • Mark j. Ochenduszko, City Manager • Davis Fox, Landscape Architect

Photographed By Christine Fowler, September 5, 1957

3. Campbell Water Company Towers Marker

Last name please

Photographed By Joseph Alvarado, August 27, 2022

4. Campbell Water Company Towers Marker

Barely visible on the left side, above the yellow roses.

Campbell Water Co. Building image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Joseph Alvarado, August 27, 2022

5. Campbell Water Co. Building

Hyde Park plaque to the right of the door.

Campbell Water Company Tower image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Joseph Alvarado, August 27, 2022

6. Campbell Water Company Tower

Plaque on a Water Towers Leg image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Joseph Alvarado, August 27, 2022

7. Plaque on a Water Towers Leg

City of Campbell • The Orchard City
Restoration funds provided by the County of Santa Clara Historical Heritage Commission and the Parks and Recreation Department. November 2009

Water Tower Base & Plaque image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Joseph Alvarado, August 27, 2022

8. Water Tower Base & Plaque

Credits. This page was last revised on August 11, 2023. It was originally submitted on September 3, 2022, by Joseph Alvarado of Livermore, California. This page has been viewed 232 times since then and 37 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on September 3, 2022, by Joseph Alvarado of Livermore, California. 3. submitted on July 21, 2023, by Christine Fowler of Los Altos, California. 4, 5, 6, 7. submitted on September 3, 2022, by Joseph Alvarado of Livermore, California. 8. submitted on October 31, 2022, by Joseph Alvarado of Livermore, California.