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Peterborough’s iconic “water bacon” logo is now visible on the landmark High Street water tower as work continues to rehabilitate the 64-year-old water tank and tower to extend its useful life.

The High Street water tower, which was constructed in 1957, stands around 32 metres tall (105 feet) and has a capacity of 4,500 cubic metres of water (one million gallons).

The $3.5-million project to replace the water tank’s coatings began in April. The work also includes miscellaneous health and safety upgrades to the tower.

A similar project was completed in 2019 for the Sherbrooke Street water tower, which was constructed in 1983. Once completed, the Sherbrooke Street water tower became glossy white rather than powder blue and also sports the “water bacon” logo.

According to the Peterborough Utilities Commission, treated water is stored at various locations throughout the city in underground reservoirs and elevated storage tanks.

The stored water is used to supplement supply during times of high water demand and in emergency situations such as firefighting.

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