SR153 Salem Filtration Plant

SR153 Salem Filtration Plant

The filtration plant was an early element in Salem’s water supply infrastructure, but the water supply system itself dated to the 18th century. In 1874, the first concept for a water supply system was advanced to the town council, and in 1875 Salem citizens approved a bond to finance a reservoir and pipes. The original water rate at that time was $5 per year for five-member families and $1 per year for each hotel room, and $10 annually for bars.

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Roanoke Public Libraries

1920s

Nelson Harris, George Wade

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Salem and Roanoke County in Vintage Postcards by Nelson Harris (2005)