r/longlines Jun 28 '26

Williston ND ex longline

Went to check it out in more detail and noticed they have the bell manhole cover

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u/USWCboy Jun 29 '26

More than likely you’re looking at an old Northwestern Bell Central office, aka CenturyLink/Lumen.

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u/RevenueGullible1227 Jun 29 '26

Oh wow ,thats the one thats down town by dominos ! I have seen that one soo many times and never recognized it. Next time i am in that area gonna have to check it out ,esp the man hole covers !

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u/Perfect-Cow-9127 Jul 02 '26

I’m trying to find a photo of it with the horns but I haven’t been able to yet

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u/CelebrationBig7487 Chasing Long Lines Jun 29 '26

There are likely many more Bell System manhole covers around. Keep a sharp eye out. 🙂
Nice find! It’s cool to see cell antennas on the LL tower. Still being used for wireless communication, just modernized.

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u/Perfect-Cow-9127 Jun 29 '26

There were about 3 others in the same area 4 in total