The South Platte » Jefferson County » Arvada » Colorado » Arvada Water Tower Arvada Water Tower Details 1910. Allison St. and Reno Dr. A metal tank atop steel beams with cross bracing, this is the town's most conspicuous landmark. Abandoned in 1975, it was painted with “Olde Town Arvada” to advertise downtown's renaissance. Writing Credits Author: Thomas J. Noel