Chattanooga Pulse

Tennessee American Water is going old-school with a unique $1.6 million water main replacement and upgrade project for Lookout Mountain.  The project will replace water pipes dating back to the early 1920s.

John Watson, President of Tennessee American said the new water mains will enhance service reliability, water pressure, fire protection and allow for continued growth in both Lookout Mountain, Tennessee and Georgia.

The unique aspect to this project is what will be used during the construction.

The bluff where the construction will take place is about a half-mile south of the Incline Railway.

The slope is nearly vertical in some places.

The challenging terrain and elevation will require the use of mules to carry equipment, zip lines to transport tools and materials, and a 240-ton truck crane to lift pipes and rock climbing equipment for construction workers.