Lower Dam as seen in the year 2022. This dam has an interesting history as one of the first dams in the country. The reservoir was once thirty feet deep, but was largely filled when it was decommissioned. A pathway now runs alongside the former water-retaining surface of the dam.
Lower Dam in 2022
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Aerial Photo of the Waterworks in 1954
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The image of the Waterworks from 1954 shows both the Lower Dam and Morton Dam. You can see homes...
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View of Morton Dam
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View from a car park and grass field in Wainuiomata's water catchment area, looking toward Morton Dam in the...
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Top of Moores Valley
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Near the top of Moores Valley is this small field where someone has planted a bus stop sign. Photo...
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Morton Dam Spillway in 1924
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Looking at the Morton Dam spillway in action in the year 1924. Morton Dam was once the main source...
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Meter House
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This meter house was erected between 1901 & 1926. Today, it's hidden in native bush inside Wainuiomata Regional Park.
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Collis House
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Collis House, built in the early 1860s, is named after the Collis family who settled in Wainuiomata. The house...
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Sledge Track Pool in Wainuiomata
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Sledge Track Pool also known as Discreet Pool and Hidden Pool is a natural swimming hole in the Wainuiomata...
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Top Pool Bridge
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This footbridge connects Hine Road Recreational Reserve to Wainuiomata Regional Park. Nearby is Top Pool, a popular swimming hole.
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