Quarry Hill tank refurbishment project

The Quarry Hill tank plays an important role in our water supply network. We need to refurbish the tank so that it can continue to supply high quality water to the local area.

Why is this project important?

The Quarry Hill tank was built in 1978 with an expected design life of 80 years, however inspections and testing of the existing condition of the tank identified refurbishment works are necessary so that it can continue to provide ongoing water supply for now and decades to come.

June 2025 update

The 12-metre high surge tank and upgrade to the main access track have been completed. Yarra Valley Water will now carry out works over the next 12 months. Melbourne Water will return to complete its refurbishment works in mid-2026.

What are we doing?

The works will include:

upgrading the access track to the tank
site mobilisation and establishment
paint removal and restoration
internal repair work inside the tank
replacement of the existing roof
installing new fencing, ladders and external stairways.

Managing impacts

We will make every effort to minimise construction impacts to our neighbours and surrounding community, however, during construction, you may notice:

Some noise and dust, predominantly during working hours and, particularly when the tank is being cleaned prior to re-painting.
A crane will be on site to remove and replace the roof structure.
Installation of the construction site compound with in Melbourne Water's tank site.
Additional construction vehicles entering and exiting via Findon Road, and an access track on Boral land.
Construction personnel and activity on the site.

Local water supplies will not be affected by these works.