Waverley Reservoirs, Heritage-listed water reservoirs in Bondi Junction, Australia
Description
Waverley Reservoirs is a group of four concrete tanks in Bondi Junction that supply water to the Eastern Suburbs. The oldest structure is a circular tank with brick elements and a grassed-over roof located on Paul Street.
History
The first tank was built in 1887 as the final addition to the Botany Swamps Scheme. Later, the site received water from the Upper Nepean through the Hudson Scheme.
Culture
The name comes from Barnett Levey, Australia's first free Jewish settler, who named his property after a Sir Walter Scott novel. This choice reflects the early settlement history and the cultural influences that shaped the area.
Practical
The site is accessible from Paul Street and supplies water to the Eastern Suburbs through gravity. The system connects to Bellevue Hill via a dedicated pumping station.
Did you know?
The circular concrete tank is nicknamed Stonehenge because of its cast iron ventilation caps arranged in a line across the roof. This unusual arrangement makes it a recognizable local landmark.
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