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Fountain Hills official details history, mechanics and upkeep of 560‑foot fountain
Summary
Kevin Snipes, community service director for the Town of Fountain Hills, described the fountain’s 1970 origin, its three 600‑horsepower pumps, height settings up to 560 feet, and the maintenance challenges of running a unique municipal landmark.
Kevin Snipes, community service director for the Town of Fountain Hills, described the town’s signature fountain, its history and how it is run during a recorded town presentation.
"The fountain's something that never gets old to me," Snipes said, describing both the site's attraction and his role: "My name's Kevin Snipes. I am the community service director for the town of Fountain Hills, also known as the person that gets to run the fountain."
Snipes told listeners the fountain was brought to Fountain Hills in 1970 and first ran publicly in December 1970, before most homes in the town were built. He described the fountain’s mechanical setup and performance: three pumps powered by three 600‑horsepower motors, with height…
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