On Monday, June 15, works began at High St in preparation for the Echuca water tower's demolition.
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Demolition crews have started works to bring down Echuca's century-old water tower.
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On Monday, June 15, tradies began the process of closing parts of High St and Pakenham Rd anticipating demolition works beginning.
It’s a sight Echuca residents will become familiar with, with works expected to last until November impacting road and footpath around the area.
Pakenham Rd between High and Hare Sts will be closed for the duration of the project.
High St will be closed during stages of the project, which will result in southbound traffic being reduced to one lane only.
Parts of High St have become single lane in anticipation for demolition process.
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Earlier this year, Coliban Water engineers found serious structural problems that posed safety risks to nearby residents and workers.
After extensive consultation with community groups and government authorities, Coliban Water made the difficult decision to demolish the tower.
In March, Coliban Water transitioned the Echuca water supply from one where water pressure was provided by elevated storage, to a direct booster pump system.
This engineering marvel, designed by the legendary Sir John Monash, used 646 tonnes of reinforced concrete and cost £2973 to build.
It has reliably delivered water pressure from 32.9 metres above ground since 1915.
Parts of Pakenham Rd has become single lane in anticipation for demolition process.
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