Voting Page for 2025 Summer Manhole Cover Challenge

Kansas City, Missouri

Kansas City, Missouri

This manhole cover features a unique rendering of the word “sewer,” making it stand out in a subtle but memorable way.
Submitted by: Teri Jordan
Company: Tnemec
Bled, Slovenia

Bled, Slovenia

This manhole cover features a design inspired by a 6th-century peacock-shaped clasp discovered beneath Bled Castle. A symbol of paradise, life, and abundance, the clasp is considered the most significant archaeological find in Bled and is now housed in the National Museum of Slovenia.
Submitted by: Helen Li
Company: Toronto Water
Budapest, Hungary

Budapest, Hungary

This polished brass manhole cover was spotted on Váci Street, a pedestrian-only boulevard lined with designer shops, restaurants, and souvenir stands. Unlike the typical rusty or worn lids, this one gleamed in the sunlight — a striking detail among the granite pavers. The cover features Budapest’s coat of arms: the upper castle represents Pest, and the lower castle represents Buda, separated by a wavy line symbolizing the Danube River. A lion and griffin flank the emblem, and at the top sits the Holy Crown of Hungary — the coronation crown used by kings from the 12th to 20th centuries. Look closely and you’ll notice the cross is bent — a nod to the real crown, which was damaged in the 17th century. Today, the Holy Crown is housed in the Hungarian Parliament and protected by the 32nd Budapest Guard and Ceremonial Regiment.
Submitted by: Helen Li
Company: Toronto Water
Frankfort, Kentucky

Frankfort, Kentucky

This manhole cover was manufactured by HOE of Kentucky for the City of Frankfort Sewer Department (FSD). A Kentucky-made product, this cover is commonly used by municipalities across the state.
Submitted by: Kevin Young
Company: Hazen and Sawyer
Las Vegas, Nevada

Las Vegas, Nevada

This manhole cover is packed with iconic imagery: the Hoover Dam, a skyscraper, an airplane, and a yucca plant — all uniquely representing the region.
Submitted by: Michael Rocco
Company: AUI, Inc.
Salem, Massachusetts

Salem, Massachusetts

Spotted while vacationing in historic Salem. The ship logo on this manhole cover stood out — a perfect nod to the city’s maritime roots.
Submitted by: Michael Rocco
Company: AUI, Inc.
Freiburg, Germany

Freiburg, Germany

Freiburg, Germany — Submitted by a foreign exchange student attending university in Freiburg. This square manhole cover caught the eye — a subtle but unique twist on traditional designs.
Submitted by: Michael Rocco
Company: AUI, Inc.
Goslar, Germany

Goslar, Germany

Spotted while visiting our foreign exchange student and her family in their hometown of Goslar.
Submitted by: Michael Rocco
Company: AUI, Inc.
Goslar, Germany

Goslar, Germany

Spotted while visiting our foreign exchange student and her family in their hometown of Goslar.
Submitted by: Michael Rocco
Company: AUI, Inc.
Prague, Czech Republic

Prague, Czech Republic

Manhole cover in the historic Old City.
Submitted by: Shaun Danco
Company: Stray Cat Industrial Services Ltd
Karlovy Vary, Czech Republic 2

Karlovy, Czech Republic

Famous spa town known for its hot springs and as a filming location for James Bond’s "Casino Royale". This manhole is at the historic Grandhotel Pupp, built in 1701.
Submitted by: Shaun Danco
Company: Stray Cat Industrial Services Ltd
Karlovy Vary, Czech Republic

Karlovy, Czech Republic

Famous spa town known for its hot springs and as a filming location for James Bond’s "Casino Royale". This manhole is at the historic Grandhotel Pupp, built in 1701.
Submitted by: Shaun Danco
Company: Stray Cat Industrial Services Ltd
St. Augustine, Florida

St. Augustine, Florida

On my first visit to the St. George Street area, I saw many unique manhole covers and old fire hydrants while taking my wife’s father’s ashes back to his birthplace, her hometown.
Submitted by: Jeremiah Fields
Company: Culy Contracting
Canton, GA

Canton, Georgia

Features a largemouth bass and a warning not to dump waste. Plus Monroe the Bulldog!
Submitted by: Jonathan Brown
Company: HDD Broker
Shawnee Mission, Kansas

Shawnee Mission, Kansas

Discovered this hidden manhole cover while searching for a tremendously bad golf shot.
Submitted by: Chase Bean
Company: Tnemec
Submitted by: Clif McDonald Company: Tnemec

Meridian, Mississippi

Meridian has a long history with the railroad industry and is the birthplace of the ‘Singing Brakeman,’ the father of country music, Jimmie Rodgers.
Submitted by: Clif McDonald
Company: Tnemec

La Vista, Nebraska

The foundry that produced this manhole cover was local to the municipality, which purchased and installed it.
Submitted by: Kevin Morris
Company: Tnemec

Wellington, New Zeland

Māori-inspired artwork depicting indigenous cultural motifs.
Submitted by: Lily Caputi
Company: N/A
Lisboa, Portugal

Lisboa, Portugal

This Lisboa Águas Residuais (wastewater) manhole cover features unique detailing that caught my eye during our trip to Lisbon.
Submitted by: Chris Hille
Company: Tnemec
London, England

London, England

Located in front of the London Cavalry Museum.
Submitted by: Spencer Tuell
Company: GCU
Yosemite National Park, California

Yosemite National Park, California

Sewer infrastructure amidst the natural beauty of Yosemite Valley.
Submitted by: Spencer Tuell
Company: GCU
Daytona, Florida

Daytona, Florida

Features the outline and logo of the Daytona International Speedway.
Submitted by: Nick Modany
Company: JMT
Albuquerque, New Mexico

Albuquerque, New Mexico

Manhole located in the historic district of Albuquerque, NM.
Submitted by: John Manijak
Company: Hoerr Construction Inc
Universal Studios - Orlando, Florida

Orlando, Florida

Sanitary manhole located in Jurassic Park, Universal Studios Florida. Spotted while on vacation with my wife and kids — proving there were sewers in the Jurassic Period!
Submitted by: John Manijak
Company: Hoerr Construction Inc
Shimizu, Japan

Shimizu, Japan

Birds running to the rescue.
Submitted by: Jack Lee
Company: WSP Canada
Krems, Austria

Krems, Austria

Features the city’s coat of arms on the manhole cover.
Submitted by: Jack Lee
Company: WSP Canada
Budapest, Hungary

Budapest, Hungary

Represents the unification of Buda and Pest into one city, captured in this unique manhole cover.
Submitted by: Karen Mann
Company: Epoxytec
Budapest, Hungary

Budapest, Hungary

Symbolizes the coming together of Buda and Pest as one city, making this manhole cover unique.
Submitted by: Karen Mann
Company: Epoxytec
Charleston, South Carolina

Charleston, South Carolina

Submitted by: Ashley Grotewiel
Company: Tnemec
London, UK

London, UK

This cover is marked with “Paddington.”
Submitted by: Ashley Grotewiel
Company: Tnemec
Kansas City, Missouri

Kansas City, Missouri

Submitted by: Ashley Grotewiel
Company: Tnemec
Prague, Czech Republic

Prague, Czech Republic

Submitted by: Cody Mann
Company: Azamara
Detroit, Michigan

Detroit, Michigan

Who doesn’t love Detroit Red Wings legend Nicklas Lidstrom?
Submitted by: Tyler Wydendorf
Company: City of Dearborn
Raleigh, North Carolina

Raleigh, North Carolina

Spotted at a public park with my family!
Submitted by: Mike Anderson
Company: TSE
Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Manhole located in front of our office.
Submitted by: Obie Watts
Company: Jacobs
Buxton, United Kingdom

Buxton, United Kingdom

Features a unique manufacturer’s name on the cover.
Submitted by: Ian Clapham
Company: Lanes Group
Macclesfield, United Kingdom

Macclesfield, United Kingdom

Features a double triangulated design.
Submitted by: Ian Clapham
Company: Lanes Group
Calgary, Alberta

Calgary, Alberta

This cover depicts the Chinook winds that blow through Calgary.
Submitted by: Teo Finley
Company: Lafarge
Calgary, Alberta

Calgary, Alberta

This stormwater manhole cover art represents the Bow River flowing around a poplar tree.
Submitted by: Ryan Finley
Company: Amrize
Lake Buena Vista, Florida

Lake Buena Vista, Florida

Spotted in the Land of the Future at EPCOT!
Submitted by: Mandi Macon
Company: Mobile Notary
Gresham, Oregon

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.
Eureka Springs_, Arkansas

Eureka Springs, Arkansas


Submitted by: Clif McDonald
Company: Tnemec
Ann Arbor, Michigan

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
Ketchum, Idaho

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
Ketchum, Idaho

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

Ketchum, Idaho (1 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

Ketchum, Idaho

Located in the middle of the main roads, these fun decorated manholes each feature a unique design. This is just one example — easy to miss unless you know to look!
Submitted by: Cassie Rabbe
Company: Tnemec
SunValley, Idaho

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.
Submitted by: Cassie Rabbe
Company: Tnemec
Boston, Massachusetts

Boston, Massachusetts

Located at the start of the historic Freedom Trail, this manhole cover sits at the intersection of past and present in one of America’s oldest cities.
Submitted by: Pete Ozias
Company: N/A
North Kansas City, Missouri

North Kansas City, Missouri

A unique manhole cover design featuring concentric circles. A small detail, but one that stands out when you stop to look.
Submitted by: Teri Jordan
Company: Tnemec
North Kansas City, Missouri

North Kansas City, Missouri

Submitted by: Teri Jordan
Company: Tnemec
Seattle, Washington

Seattle, Washington

Spotted near the iconic Seattle Public Market, these covers capture a piece of the city’s vibrant street life and character.
Submitted by: Austin McKahan
Company: Tnemec
Houston, Texas

Houston, Texas

Spotted while attending grouting school, this manhole cover was located right outside the building. A fun detail: the lid was manufactured in India!
Submitted by: Gillian Drake
Company: FK Engineering Associates
Orlando, Florida

Orlando, Florida

Spotted while visiting Disney World with family, these manhole covers blend right into the magic underfoot at one of the world’s most iconic destinations.
Submitted by: Austin Windham
Company: TSE
Lisboa, Portugal

Lisboa, Portugal

Featuring a historic Portuguese ship and distinctive design work, these manhole covers offer a glimpse into the city's maritime legacy.
Submitted by: Jake Ristevski
Company: Citylitics
Ljubljana, Slovenia

Ljubljana, Slovenia

This manhole cover features the Ljubljana coat of arms, with a dragon perched atop Ljubljana Castle. According to legend, Jason and the Argonauts fought and killed a dragon along the Ljubljanica River after stealing the Golden Fleece. Since the Middle Ages, the dragon has been considered the symbolic protector of Ljubljana. A mythological creature on a manhole cover? That’s what makes this one stand out!
Submitted by: Helen Li
Company: Toronto Water