Elevated tank in Norfolk to be removed, causing temporary street closure

NORFOLK, Neb. -- An elevated water tank that was built in 1964 will be removed next, prompting temporary street closures in Norfolk.

The tank was built almost 50 years ago to serve the north and northwest parts of Norfolk. As Norfolk grew the tank became undersized and a 1MG Tank was built in 1996 to serve this area.

The elevated tank was removed from service from 1996 until 1999, at which time valves were installed to reverse the tank’s original design.

In 2019, the tank was quoted to be repainted at a cost of $250,000. Since this tank served no value to the water system, city officials said, a request was put forth for dismantling and removal. On March 1, 2021, the Norfolk City Council approved the request to dismantle and remove the tank.

Since council approval, city staff have worked with telecommunication providers to install their equipment on the communication tower across the street. The last provider completed their move in early March, giving the green light to Iseler Demolition, Inc., to complete this project. Iseler Demolition is scheduled to dismantle and remove the tank on April 13th.

A road closure will be required on that day on N. 25th street from Prospect Avenue to Hardison Drive. The closure is expected run from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.