Standpipe Collection

Home of Mexican field worker showing water supply, Brawley, Imperial Valley, California, 1935. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Home of Mexican field worker showing water supply. Brawley, Imperial Valley, California

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South America, Argentina, Province Salta. Llamas at a standpost in the Puna, the Highland of North Argentina (approx. 3.500 m a.s.l.) Date: 11/09/2007

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South America, Argentina, Province Salta. Llamas at a standpost in the Puna, the Highland of North Argentina (approx. 3.500 m a.s.l.) Date: 11/09/2007

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South America, Argentina, Province Salta. Llamas at a standpost in the Puna, the Highland of North Argentina (approx. 3.500 m a.s.l.) Date: 11/09/2007

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South America, Argentina, Province Salta. Llamas at a standpost in the Puna, the Highland of North Argentina (approx. 3.500 m a.s.l.) Date: 11/09/2007

DDE-90037896
South America, Argentina, Province Salta. Llamas at a standpost in the Puna, the Highland of North Argentina (approx. 3.500 m a.s.l.) Date: 11/09/2007

Water standpipe and verse, Christmas greetings card. (chromolitho)
6031485 Water standpipe and verse, Christmas greetings card. (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Water standpipe and verse, Christmas greetings card)

Standpipes and buckets on the streets of Manchester. A sign that the drought weather of summer is still effecting water supplies. November 1947 P012313

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St Lucia, Soufriere, man and woman collecting water from standpipe in narrow street with open gutter

Woman filling kettle from outdoor tap, Newhaven, Sussex
A woman filling a kettle from an outdoor tap at Newhaven, East Sussex. Date: 1920s

The long trek for water in Peacehaven Sussex Residents traverse the long long road towards the tanks which are filled twice daily 14 September 1949

USA, Oregon, Portland. Bright red standpipe outside of brick building. Credit as: Steve Terrill / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont

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"Standpipe: A Lifeline in Times of Need" In a world where access to clean water is not always guaranteed, standpipes serve as essential lifelines for communities. These humble structures, represented by codes DDE-90037900, DDE-90037898, DDE-90037899, and DDE-90037897, symbolize resilience and the human spirit. One such image (DDE-90037896) captures the beauty of a water standpipe adorned with verses on a Christmas greetings card. This chromolitho masterpiece reminds us that even during festive times, we must appreciate the value of this precious resource. Another photograph (EyeUbiquitous_20084569) portrays a woman filling her kettle from an outdoor tap in Newhaven, Sussex. It serves as a poignant reminder that some individuals still rely on these standpipes for their daily needs. Moving across regions to Manchester streets, we witness standpipes accompanied by buckets (Standpipes and buckets on the streets of Manchester). These visuals reflect the harsh reality faced during drought weather conditions; they signify both struggle and hope. Venturing further into bustling New York City (USA), yet another snapshot showcases how even urban landscapes require these vital resources. The image highlights how people adapt to their surroundings while utilizing standpipes to meet their basic needs. Returning once more to Newhaven Sussex (Woman filling kettle from outdoor tap), we see residents navigating long roads just to fetch water. Their determination exemplifies the lengths people go through when faced with limited access to this fundamental necessity. The stories behind each image paint a vivid picture of reliance on standpipes - be it for drinking or household chores. They remind us that despite technological advancements in plumbing systems worldwide, many communities still depend on these simple yet crucial structures for survival.