We are delighted to be realising the construction of the new drinking water reservoir in Düsseldorf! In order to ensure a reliable drinking water supply for the coming decades, Stadtwerke Düsseldorf is replacing the elevated tank III, which was built in 1912, with the modern drinking water storage tank VI.
The new building will ensure a sustainable supply for around 800,000 people in Düsseldorf, Mettmann and Erkrath. Drinking water has been stored in the Auf der Hardt forest area in Gerresheim for over 150 years.
Following the dismantling of the old reservoir, the foundation stone for the new elevated tank has now been ceremoniously laid - accompanied by a ceremony including a time capsule, which was also attended by Lord Mayor Dr Stephan Keller and Julien Mounier, Chairman of the Board of Stadtwerke.
The new reservoir will have a capacity of 10,000 cubic metres. Commissioning is planned for 2029.
Thomas Fiedler, Head of Wayss & Freytag Central Division, emphasises: "Modern infrastructure creates security and stability - it connects people, regions and generations - a 'connection for life'."
Photo credit: Stadtwerke Düsseldorf/Melanie Zanin
