Culler Lake Project Timeline
Almost Drained
March 28, 2016
The base of the fountain is exposed as water is drained from the lake.
Read moreDraining Culler Lake
March 29, 2016
As the lake drains, in the distance are cranes working on the new Frederick High School. When Culler Lake was created in 1939, the original FHS was also under construction.
Read moreFilter Bag
March 31, 2016
Great care was taken to filter water pumped from the lake to ensure that only clear water was released into Carroll Creek. Water was first pumped under pressure through a silt bag, then released through straw bales before flowing into the creek.
Read moreRemoving Silt Continued Through April
March 31, 2016
Over 1,000 truckloads were hauled and spread on a field at the Bowman Farm.
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Fountain Rubble for Fish Habitat
May 20, 2016
The rubble of the old fountain has been modified into fish habitat. Note the pipes at the bottom of the pile.
Read moreNew Retaining Wall Being Constructed
May 26, 2016
A new modular retaining wall for the lake’s east edge.
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Rebuilding the Fountain Starts with the Base
June 2, 2016
Concrete is poured for the base of the new fountain.
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Hydrodynamic Separator Work Begins
June 7, 2016
Excavation is underway for the installation of the hydrodynamic separator.
Read moreCrane Lifts Base
June 9, 2016
A crane lifts the heavy concrete base for the hydrodynamic separator that will pre-treat stormwater entering the Lake.
Read moreCDS Interior
June 9, 2016
The concrete housing for the mechanical scrubber that will remove grit from stormwater before entering Culler Lake.
Read moreBoulders Form the Wetland Edge
June 14, 2016
This loosely constructed boulder wall forms the edge of the wetlands and allows water to seep through it. The deck of the pedestrian bridge spanning the wetland is nearly complete.
Read moreFountain Fill Up
June 16, 2016
As the concrete form continues to rise, the center is filled with crushed stone. Note the central pipe for the fountain and the conduit on the sides for water inflow and power for lighting.
Read moreStorm Water Management
June 17, 2016
The round structure on the far left pre-treats storm water by removing grit and solids before flowing into the wetlands. The column to the right is an overflow culvert to distribute storm surges.
Read moreStart of Another Wetland
June 28, 2016
Boulders are loosely stacked for the border of another wetland along 2nd Street. Note the finished retaining wall in the distance along West College Terrace.
Read moreRailing for Wetland
June 29, 2016
Wooden handrails made of durable tropical hardwood (Ipe) are installed on the pedestrian bridge spanning the wetland.
Read moreUpper Fountain Tiers
July 5, 2016
Workmen build forms to cast the upper tiers of the fountain. Note the black intake pipe in the bottom right.
Read moreSix Fountain Tiers Complete
July 11, 2016
All six tiers are complete, but the bottom tier will be completely submerged.
Read moreScaffolding Around the Fountain
July 18, 2016
Scaffolding surrounds the concrete base of the new fountain as works apply stone veneer to match the low of the original fountain.
Read moreNew Fountain Pump Installed
July 28, 2016
A new 15 horsepower pump is installed in the Skate House. It will power a dramatic new spray atop the fountain.
Read moreAquatic Plants for the Gravel Wetland
August 5, 2016
Aquatic plants and shrubs are placed in the gravel wetland. They are an important part of the biological system that will improve water quality.
Read moreSprings Begin to Refill Culler Lake
August 5, 2016
The pumps keeping water out of Culler Lake have been turned off and the lake is slowly filling up from the several active springs on the lake bottom.
Read moreNew Fountain Plumbing
August 6, 2016
The long white conduit carries water to the fountain. The metallic cylinder filers water before drawing it into the pump. Note the vegetated wetland behind the rock wall. The ruble piles in the lakebed are designed for fish habitat.
Read moreCuller Lake Continues to Refill
August 10, 2016
The newly planted wetlands can be seen in the foreground as the lake is slowly filling up. The white circular top of the hydrodynamic separator is to the right. Also visible in the lake are 3 rubble fish habitats, a pennant showing the location of a floating fountain, and the conduit to the fountain anchored by stone ballast.
Read moreShore Plantings and Fountain
August 18, 2016
Aquatic plants were planted in one of 4 locations along the shore. The fountain and bridge are reflected on the lake’s still waters.
Read moreShared Use Path 1
August 19, 2016
The terra-cotta-colored concrete for the new shared use path connects with the 2 bridges over the wetlands on the south side of the lake.
Read moreWide View Looking West
August 20, 2016
As the lake slowly fills the young plants can be seen behind the stone wall of the wetlands. In the distance the lights around the fountain are visible. They will be submerged when the final 2 1/2 feet of water is added to the lake.
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