Davenport Water Co. Pumping Station No. 2

The Davenport Water Co. Pumping Station No. 2, built in 1884 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1984, is a historic site in central Davenport, Iowa. Originally constructed to improve the city's water system, it featured a reservoir capable of holding 5 million gallons of water and played a crucial role in the city's development from 1880 to 1920. The station's architecture reflects late 19th-century industrial design, with brick construction and ornate features. Although replaced in 1986, it remains a significant landmark, showcasing Davenport's unique history of privately run water services and its growth during a pivotal era.