Tyler approves $1.5 million for elevated water storage tank improvements

TYLER, Texas ( KETK ) – The Tyler City Council voted to spend $1,501,920 on improving the West 2nd Street elevated water storage tank.

The tank holds one million gallons of water and was found to need improvements back in 2019. Rehabilitation efforts will include sandblasting and painting the interior and exterior of the tank, access improvements, steel repairs, a tank mixer, altitude valve and appurtenances, minor yard piping and tank disinfection to prepare it for service.

“Our elevated storage tanks help the system maintain pressure and provide a capacity buffer during periods of peak demand,” said Utilities Director Kate Dietz, PE. “The West 2nd Street Elevated Storage Tank is located inside Loop 323 and plays a critical role in the distribution system for that portion of Tyler. We want to ensure the tank is in good condition so that it can continue serving our community.”

The project is funded through the Capital Improvement Projects program.

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