Seattle's water comes from the Cedar River and is stored at holding reservoirs around the city. In 1901, workers built a reservoir at Volunteer Park, some 444 feet above sea level.  Gravity provided the pressure needed to move the water out through the mains to homes and businesses.
<p>This photo, taken in May 1926, shows Seattle's Volunteer Park Reservoir. Queen Anne Hill and Elliott Bay can be seen in the distance.
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<ul><li>Subjects (LCTGM): Water supply; Reservoirs; Seattle (Wash." Water Dept</li></ul>
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