Louisville Water Tower Community Tours

165 years of history. 131 million gallons of drinking water. 1 million people. Louisville Water is Kentucky’s oldest and largest drinking water provider, producing and delivering its trademarked tap water, Louisville Pure Tap to nearly 20 percent of Kentucky’s population. The tour includes a blend of history and today’s operations. You’ll tour the 1860 Pumping Station and Louisville Water Tower (home of the WaterWorks Museum), visit the current Ohio River pumping station (which still includes an Allis Chalmers steam engine).

This tour includes walking with small inclines and several areas with steps. All guests must present a government-issued ID.