Gawler East is one step closer to an enhanced, more resilient local water network, after reaching major milestones in the construction of a new $17.7 million 3-megalitre reinforced concrete water storage tank.
Following the demolition of the former smaller structure, which had reached the end of its operational life, around 375 cubic metres of concrete has been poured to complete the base slab and two stages of the new tank’s shell.
SA Water’s General Manager of Growth Amanda Lewry said the concrete pours were undertaken safely and successfully and put the project in good stead for the remaining stages of work.
“The new tank nearly triples the size of the previous storage, which once completed and connected to the existing network, will help supply safe, clean drinking water to more than 6,000 existing customers and support growth across the region as additional new homes connect,” Amanda said.
“Our recent work involved deploying 2 concrete boom pumps – specialised machinery designed for large-scale concrete pours – to deliver the concrete at a consistent, controlled rate, and around 25 skilled professionals coordinated the operation to ensure precise placement and achieve a high-quality finish.”
