Banana Shire Council Water Reservoir
Banana Shire Council (BSC) engaged BG&E to conduct a sustainability assessment, considering different remedial options for extending the life of water reservoirs.
The Taroom Clear Water Reservoir is a 0.45 ML concrete tank located near the heart of the rural town. Built 52 years ago, it forms a critical part of the local community’s drinking water supply.
The structure displayed signs of age, including cracking, spalling and surface loss on the internal concrete face. The BSC required a condition assessment of the structure to determine remedial actions.
BG&E undertook a detailed condition assessment of the concrete reservoir’s external and internal faces. This found that the surface loss on the internal concrete face did not pose as great a durability concern as initially thought. However, our findings concluded that the concrete structure was nearing the end of its life, and remedial options were prepared.
Extending the asset life avoided various impacts associated with demolishing and rebuilding a new asset, including carbon emissions.
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Key Outcomes
Extends the reservoir's lifespan, avoiding costly demolition and rebuild
Reduces carbon emissions by opting for sustainable remediation over new construction
Ensures continued reliable water supply for the local community