Melbourne Water has upgraded the Cranbourne Service Reservoir Tank to ensure it continues to provide ensure a high standard of water quality now and into the future.

Why is this project important?

The Cranbourne Service Reservoir Tank was originally built in 1971 and has been operating as an important part of the water supply system.

The tank is located in Grant Street, Cranbourne, within the grounds of the Cranbourne Racecourse and Recreation Reserve.

What we did

The works included:

  • Removing and replacing the internal and external coatings of the tank.
  • Replacing the 42 meter diameter tank roof, including all support structures (e.g. columns and beams).
  • Installing a new entrance in the tank.
  • Replacing the existing ladders with stairways to provide safer access.
  • Asphalting the perimeter road and installation of site drainage surrounding the tank.

Timing

Complete
 

Mid 2021

Concept development, planning and site investigations.

Complete
 

Late 2021

Detailed design, further planning, site investigations, stakeholder and community consultation.

Complete
 

Mid 2022

Early works commence.

Complete
 

April 2023

Maintenance works commence.

Complete
 

January 2025

Works completed.

Contact the project team

  131 722

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