Here the pvc pipe is lifted up and out of the way to facilitate the hoisting and removal of the draft tube from the south end flume outlet. It's a bit of a trick and we'll need a couple of extra hands to pull the draft tube due to constraints…

The tail race excavation and berm restoration began in earnest during the sweltering heat of July 2012. A persistent drought throughout the summer provided low flow conditions in river systems throughout SE Wisconsin, making the project more managable.…

The trash rack structure was the final restoration project completed at the site. The 2008 flood caused considerable damage by dislodging boulders and large rocks into the fore-bay and the flume, as the center mill gate was displaced into the flume by…

The tail race berm restoration benefited by low flow conditions during the 2012 drought. The 2008 record flood cut through the berm at the bridge piers. This project was completed by Cadens, LLC and town employees. Tail Race Berm before - south view…