Crescent Hill Reservoir
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Crescent Hill Reservoir
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Gatehouse at Crescent Hill Reservoir
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| Location | Reservoir Ave., Louisville, Kentucky |
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| Area | 110 acres (45 ha)[2] |
| Built | 1879 |
| Architectural style | Gothic |
| NRHP Reference # | 79001001[1] |
| Added to NRHP | September 10, 1979 |
Crescent Hill Reservoir is a historic site in Crescent Hill, Louisville, Kentucky. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Historic tours[3] and walks have been hosted at the site and it is a popular area for walkers and runners. It is located at the intersection of Reservoir Avenue and 3018 Frankfort Avenue.[3]
The Gothic architecture-style gatehouse building was constructed in 1879. It was designed by water company chief engineer Charles Hermany.[3] The Crescent Hill Filtration Plant opened in 1909 "culminating landmark experiments" in sand and gravel filtration. The site includes historical markers.[4]
See also
- Louisville Water Tower
- Cardinal Hill Reservoir
- List of attractions and events in the Louisville metropolitan area
- National Register of Historic Places listings in Jefferson County, Kentucky
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