2025 Summer Manhole Cover Challenge Gallery

Every cover tells a story — and each photo below is a snapshot into the hidden infrastructure that keeps our cities running strong. Thank you to everyone who has joined our 2025 Summer Manhole Cover Challenge!

Explore the gallery, discover unique designs from around the world, and help us celebrate the unseen world beneath our feet.

SunValley, Idaho
Located at a ski resort, this manhole cover enhances the fun and beauty of the sidewalks with a fitting sun design for Sun Valley.
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Ketchum, Idaho (2 of 3)
These decorative manhole covers are found throughout the charming town square, near seating areas and a local ice cream shop. They help tell a fun story about the history of Ketchum — a favorite spot for both locals and visitors.
Submitted by: Cassie Rabbe
Company: Tnemec
Ketchum, Idaho (3 of 3)
These decorative manhole covers are found throughout the charming town square, near seating areas and a local ice cream shop. They help tell a fun story about the history of Ketchum — a favorite spot for both locals and visitors.
Submitted by: Cassie Rabbe
Company: Tnemec
Vancouver, British Columbia
Spotted by Travis Savy while away on business. Even in a different country, we always find things that remind us of home and the work we do. This manhole cover is a beauty, and we’re happy to share it!
Submitted by: Anna Breen
Company: Savy & Sons
Ann Arbor, Michigan
Snapped this photo while visiting the 66th annual Ann Arbor Art Fair. Lots of great art, including this manhole cover made by EJ in East Jordan, MI.
Submitted by: Pete Smith
Company: Tnemec Company, Inc
Eureka Springs, Arkansas

Submitted by: Clif McDonald
Company: Tnemec
Gresham, Oregon
Found this manhole cover while playing the back nine. Even our critical infrastructure needs to play hard from time to time!
Submitted by: Dan Janulek
Company: TNW Inc.
Talacre, North Wales
Rare large hinged, triangulated manhole cover.
Submitted by: Ian Clapham
Company: Lanes Group
Nashville, Tennessee
Located in front of the Tennessee State Capitol.
Submitted by: Carver Morgan
Company: John Bouchard & Sons Co.
Lake Buena Vista, Florida
Spotted in the Land of the Future at EPCOT!
Submitted by: Mandi Macon
Company: Mobile Notary
Enterprise, Alabama

Submitted by: James Brooks
Company: Mongan Painting, LLC
New Orleans, Louisiana
Spotted this NOPSI manhole cover on a work trip. At first, I thought it meant we weren’t welcome — but it turns out NOPSI stands for New Orleans Public Service Inc.!
Submitted by: Melissa Molina
Company: AMPP
Calgary, Alberta
This stormwater manhole cover art represents the Bow River flowing around a poplar tree.
Submitted by: Ryan Finley
Company: Amrize
Calgary, Alberta
This cover depicts the Chinook winds that blow through Calgary.
Submitted by: Teo Finley
Company: Lafarge
Macclesfield, United Kingdom
Features a double triangulated design.
Submitted by: Ian Clapham
Company: Lanes Group
Buxton, United Kingdom
Features a unique manufacturer’s name on the cover.
Submitted by: Ian Clapham
Company: Lanes Group
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Manhole located in front of our office.
Submitted by: Obie Watts
Company: Jacobs
Raleigh, North Carolina
Spotted at a public park with my family!
Submitted by: Mike Anderson
Company: TSE
Detroit, Michigan
Who doesn’t love Detroit Red Wings legend Nicklas Lidstrom?
Submitted by: Tyler Wydendorf
Company: City of Dearborn
Prague, Czech Republic
Submitted by: Cody Mann
Company: Azamara