The World’s Largest Fire Hydrant roadside attraction can be found in Columbia, South Carolina. A quick stop off the interstate, this work of public art is worth a bit of a detour.
The giant fire hydrant was constructed in 2001 by artist Blue Sky who was inspired when a car hit a fire hydrant in his yard, causing the hydrant to lean. This 40- foot tall attraction that weighs in at 575,000 pounds is officially dubbed “Busted Plug”.
It was intended to be a working fountain and since the parking lot it currently sits in has been sold, there are hopes that when the roadside attraction is moved to a more prominent location, it will be fully-functional.
While stopping to check out the fire hydrant, look to the back of Busted Plug Plaza to see another well known attraction, a mural painted on the side of a building known as Tunnelvision.
Today you will find the World’s Largest Fire Hydrant at 1400 Taylor St, Columbia, SC 29220, until it’s move sometime during 2014.
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Have you stopped to see the World’s Largest Fire Hydrant Roadside Attraction?
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Tiff @ Babes and Kids says
This is really cool. Amazing that it’s fully functional.
trisha says
Oh wow, that would be hilarious fully functional but what kind of hose? LOL
Jessica Urgelles says
Ha ha.. I didn’t realize this even existed.
Michelle says
I had no idea this existed, that is pretty cool! I also think it’s awesome that it’s fully functional.
Liz Mays says
I always stop for this kind of thing too. How can you not? They’re just so wacky!
Shell Feis says
How random, but totally hilarious! Now I’m just imagining how much Clifford the Big Red Dog would love it.
Toni says
I am cracking up at this. Until now, I had never heard of it before.
Emily says
That’s crazy! My kids would love seeing that.
Lynsey @MoscatoMom says
I have never even HEARD of this!! How cool!
Digna D. says
Never heard of that, I must admit. But, it is kind of cool.
Beth says
That is just crazy. Who knew such a thing existed?!
Melissa says
Okay, this is SO cool! I love things like this.
Michelle says
I love little local gems like this! So amazing to see these unique pieces and learn the history!
Mel {MamaBuzz} says
This is so fun! I’ve never heard of this. So, it could be fully functional? That would be interesting to see for sure. 575,000 pounds, wow! You find the most interesting roadside attractions; I love it.
Cat @ TOTS says
My kids would love seeing something like this. It is a bit far from me, but maybe one day!
Crystal Green says
I live about 45 minutes from the there. I’ve seen this a couple of times in my travels to Columbia, but never gave it much thought. I learned something new from you about my state history. I hope that the new location does get it working. That would certainly cause it to gain more attention.