Melfort. Saskatchewan.
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	Photo Credits: Ryan Nelson of Nelson Graphic Design Tower Message: Melfort Tower Information (06-05) Built: 1919 Height: Capacity: The tower was purchased from the Prince Albert Penitentiary in 1927 Dismantled, moved 100 km. along Hwy 3 to Melfort, and assembled in 1928. It was in service from 1929 until sometime in the 70's. The City was going to tear it down in 1991 but a group of citizens formed a committee, raised funds to have it painted, shored up etc. and it was saved.
Information supplied by Correctional Service of Canada. "It is thought the water tower was constructed in 1919/1920 while the Prince Albert Penitentiary was still being built. It is quite the piece of woodworking as well as history, being constructed entirely of wood - with large pieces having to be steamed to fit the curve of the tank portion. Probably would have been made on site here by some carpenters who really knew the trade well to do that bending and make it waterproof."
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