They’re a familiar sight on skylines, but how do water towers actually keep our taps flowing? This video explains the simple yet ingenious physics that make water towers so reliable. From storing ...

Q. I am from Boston, but I frequently visit my sister who lives in Winston-Salem. When I am visiting we do a lot of traveling and I see a lot of water towers. My questions are, why the need for water ...

From small towns to movie studios, water towers are a towering staple in many communities. This week, we’re exploring how and why we store all those gallons galore. We won’t get into the weeds on ...