POST FALLS, Idaho — The Post Falls Water Tower, constructed in the early 1900s and retired after more than 70 years of service, is now the focus of a community preservation effort. Though no longer functional, the structure remains a defining symbol of the community’s industrial heritage and growth.
Recent engineering evaluations confirm the tower’s structural integrity with no major flaws identified.
Preserving the landmark requires significant restoration work, including removing vegetation, repairing structural components, sandblasting, and applying protective coatings.
The Post Falls City Council has committed demolition cost estimates as seed funding for the preservation effort. Beyond basic restoration, community leaders envision expanded possibilities including improved landscaping, seasonal lighting, public gathering spaces, interpretive historical exhibits, and potentially a viewing platform.
The Historic Preservation Commission, local businesses, community organizations, and residents have expressed strong support for the initiative.
The Post Falls Rotary Club is leading the fundraising campaign, pursuing community donations, corporate sponsorships, city partnerships, and grant opportunities.
“The Post Falls Water Tower is more than steel and concrete,” organizers stated. “It is a symbol of our past, a landmark for our present, and an investment in our future.”
For more information about the preservation initiative or to contribute, interested parties are encouraged to contact kibbee@postfallsrotary.org or visit the website SaveTheWaterTower.com
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