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Project Goals

Restore the tower footings by summer 2004

Install temporary signage and close the tower while preparing for its rehabilitation

Restore the remainder of the tower by the end of 2004

Create a visual program to give visitors background information on the tower when they visit.

Re-Open the tower to visitors

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Water builds at the base of the tower that erodes the concrete footings Portions of the footings have eroded away and will need to be replaced
Bolts and cross members need to be replaced The galvanized steel structure will need to be sanded and repainted
We will replace the tower's rotted wooden steps and put wire mesh on the handrails to improve visitor safety. The landings will need to be replaced in order to make the tower safe for visitors
The floor of the cabin has been weathering for almost two decades and the walls have been used for "target practice" by vandals. Both need to be replaced or patched. The roof of the cabin will need to be replaced with a new structure as will the cabin's windows.
Last Update April 7, 2006 Site Created by Taconicarts.com