Morton Dam was decommissioned in 1988. The dam was emptied and a section demolished to allow the Wainuiomata River to flow through instead of flowing over the spillway.
Morton Dam Spillway in 2024
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Lower Dam in 2022
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Photo of the Old Dam in 2022. The reservoir was once thirty feet deep but was largely filled when...
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Colemans Tunnel in 2023
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Image depicting Colemans Tunnel and shaft captured in 2023. Initially built during 1881-1882, the shaft now remains concealed.
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Wainuiomata River at Poole Crescent Reserve
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Scenic view of Wainuiomata River as seen from Poole Crescent Reserve. The reserve is a perfect location for a...
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Overcast Autumn Day in Wainuiomata
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Typical overcast day in Autumn as seen from the Wainuiomata Hill Lookout. The view here is always good, no...
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Homedale Shops 1954
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Lovegrove's Store, situated at the intersection of Moore's Valley and Main Road, underwent significant alterations and extensions in 1954.
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View of the Wainuiomata Treatment Plant
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Looking at the side of the Wainuiomata Treatment Plant located near Morton Dam and the waterworks car park.
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Homedale Circa 1945
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Aerial view of Homedale (circa 1945) showing some interesting features. Inc: old school buildings and Main Road Bridge.
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A Vision for Black Creek & Other Wainuiomata Waterways
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This section of the waterway has been restored with native vegetation and features a public walkway between two new...
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Located in Wainuiomata Primary School, it is open 2pm-4pm every Sunday. Learn more →.