First Interior Access in 44 Years Reveals Next Steps for Neepawa Water Tower
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Maintenance work now underway on Neepawa’s water tower marks the first known time workers have entered the structure since it was built in 1982.
Residents may notice a slight reduction in water pressure while the project is completed over the next two weeks. The Town of Neepawa announced the work earlier this month, describing it as routine maintenance on one of the community’s key pieces of infrastructure.
According to Denis Saquet, Neepawa’s Manager of Operations, the tower has undergone inspections in the past, but this is the first time in its 44-year history that crews have physically entered the tank.
“This will be the first time in 44 years, to our knowledge, that someone has been in the tower,” Saquet said.
An inspection using a remotely operated vehicle was conducted about 12 years ago, allowing the town to address several issues identified at the time. However, officials knew more extensive work inside the tank would eventually be required.
Past maintenance efforts focused primarily on boilers and piping systems used to keep water from freezing during winter months.
Saquet said plans to drain and clean the tower had been postponed several times because of budget constraints and other infrastructure priorities.
“Draining and cleaning was delayed several years beyond when we wanted to do it,” he said.
The town hired specialized contractors to complete the work and assess the condition of the tower once the tank had been cleaned.
Saquet said the project remains on schedule and is progressing as expected.
The goal is to return the water tower to service as soon as possible, with a detailed inspection report to follow. That report will help determine the scope and cost of repairs and re-lining work that could be completed next year.
Town officials have thanked residents for their patience during the maintenance period, noting the project is intended to help ensure reliable water service for years to come.
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