Local construction underway on Smiths Falls' latest and costly water tower, priced at $9.6 million. The structure is gradually being assembled.
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Curious about the gigantic water tank being erected in Smiths Falls? Head on over on May 1 to catch the mesmerizing spectacle of its installation.
Fresh off a facelift adorned with the town's emblem, Paul McMunn, the director of public works and utilities, announced that the tank is ready for lift-off. He warned, however, that it might take the better part of the day to complete the task.
"Want to be a part of the action? Mark your calendars, this shouldn't be missed," said McMunn. Weather conditions play a crucial role, with work commencing at 7 a.m. and a target completion by the afternoon.
"It's going to be a thrilling sight as the tank gradually ascends into place, even though it'll be a rather sluggish process," he added.
In a previous update to the committee of the whole on March 24, McMunn expressed optimism that the $9.6 million project would be wrapped up by late 2025.
Slightly off-topic, Lanark County Council took a step forward on April 25, 2025, with their approval of a deep energy/accessibility retrofit involving improvements at 24 Bourke St., Smiths Falls[1][2]. As for water tank projects elsewhere, the Heather Glen Community Service District (California) recently bagged a $597,000 grant to upgrade an undersized redwood storage tank, and the Smith S. Village Mobile Home Park (location undisclosed) managed to secure $1.2 million for building a new arsenic-mitigating production well and well house[4].
Unfortunately, specific hoisting schedules or installation timelines for the Smiths Falls project remain elusive. For more details on the 24 Bourke St. project, it is advisable to consult directly with Lanark County staff.
- Despite the installation of the water tank in Smiths Falls being a major attraction, other significant events are happening concurrently.
- For instance, Lanark County Council has moved forward with a deep energy/accessibility retrofit project at 24 Bourke St., Smiths Falls.
- In a separate development, the Heather Glen Community Service District in California received a grant of $597,000 to upgrade an undersized redwood storage tank.
- Meanwhile, the Smith S. Village Mobile Home Park secured $1.2 million for building a new arsenic-mitigating production well and well house, though its location remains undisclosed.
- While we eagerly await specific details about the hoisting schedule for the Smiths Falls water tank installation, updates on the 24 Bourke St. project can be sought directly from Lanark County staff.
- As for Paul McMunn's plans for the water tank project, hopes are high that it will be completed by late 2025, assuming no unexpected hiccups in the weather or other unfavorable factors.
- In addition to the water tank installation, McMunn's remit includes overseeing other aspects of lifestyle, outdoor-living, and home-and-garden in Smiths Falls, but these topics are not typically associated with politics, business, sports, or entertainment.
