People's Choice Tank of the Year contest is open The contest features numerous water towers from various states in its 21st year and encourages communities to share the stories behind these landmarks. Voting is open for the 2026 People's Choice Tank of the Year contest that searches for the most innovative and creative water tanks in the country. Water towers in Virginia, Minnesota, and Michigan are listed favorites to win this year's contest. The contest has seen numerous Midwest water towers in contention since 2006, held annually by Tnemec Company to celebrate the most innovative water storage tanks in the United States. The contest started as a way to give water professionals and communities a way to share the stories behind these local landmarks in North America.