Project Details
The Highland #2 and Highland #3 towers on Snelling Avenue are being repaired and repainted to prolong their life and improve water quality.
Work may include:
- Torch cutting and grinding of the surface
- Welding
- Reconditing the interior
- Replacing safety and access equipment
- Sandblasting
- Repainting
Work Schedule
The contractor’s work hours are Monday – Friday 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., with some Saturday and Sunday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. work to be scheduled as needed.
Highland #2 Work Complete ✔️
As of October 7, 2024 all work on Highland #2 is complete, including:
- Sandblasting
- Exterior painting
- Interior painting
- Safety and access equipment repair
Highland #3 Work
Work began in April 2025 and is on track to finish July 15, 2025.
Highland #3 is getting similar upgrades to those Highland #2 received in 2024. As of June 2, 2025, the inside of the tank has been blasted and a primary paint coat has been applied, several key repairs are done, and exterior blasting and painting is about 50% complete. Additional welding work is pending.
Contact
SPRWS Engineering Division:
Project Manager:
Tim Bagstad