Endangered Structures

Cairo Watchtower

Near CR 100W and CR 850N, West Lafayette

This tower was built in 1952 during the Korean War to protect the country against aerial attacks. The structure was cared for by the O'Conner family, who participated in the Skywatch program for many years. However, the tower has fallen into disrepair. Local citizens have shown a committment to restoration, if funds can be raised for the materials. The Cairo Skywatch Tower was listed in the National Register of Historic Places in 2002.