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Upper Yarra Dam Safety Upgrade

Trend Civil executed a comprehensive safety upgrade for the Upper Yarra Dam, a critical component of Melbourne's water infrastructure. The upgrades significantly reduced the risk of internal erosion and reinforced the dam's integrity. The Upper Yarra Dam is one of the most critical storages within the Melbourne Water system for supply and distribution of potable water for the city of Melbourne.
Client

Seymour Whyte Lead Contractor for Melbourne Water

Project cost

$70 Million

Status

Completed

Key highlights
  • Excavation of over 265,000m³ and placement of 180,000m³ of material to restore the dam wall.
  • Grouting and installation of defensive filter systems to fortify the structure.
  • Leveraged site-won materials alongside imported resources to deliver a cost-effective, high-standard solution.
Scope of work
  • Excavation
  • Installation of filter trenches and concrete cut-off walls
  • Upgrades to access roads and seepage weirs
  • Extensive drainage and pipework installation
  • Safety-focused operations
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