Kilbourn Reservoir Update - January 2005
Depictions of Reservoir Park as it currently exists, and as is proposed:
 Existing Reservoir Aerial Perspective
Proposed Reservoir Aerial Perspective
Existing Model Perspective
Proposed Model Perspective
Existing & Proposed View from N. Bremen St. & E. Meinecke Ave.
"Treeless" Reservoir View from N. Bremen St. & E. Meinecke Ave.
Please note that the specific locations for benches and waste receptacles are not shown, but they
will be included in the final plan. Also, lighting will be placed around the circular path, the
curving paths north of the reservoir, and the stairways.
We have gathered comments on the general landscape design as well as the following points:
- Should Garfield Avenue go through to North Avenue (as currently exists) or should it terminate
just east of Booth, similar to Lloyd? Advantages of terminating Garfield include safer pedestrian
crossing along North Avenue and increased parkland.
- Should the pathway that ascends up to and around the circumference of the reservoir be made of
asphalt or limestone screenings? Both are considered wheelchair-accessible. Asphalt is more
expensive to install but requires less maintenance and can be plowed in winter.
- Should we arrange for artwork that can be placed on the east side of the reservoir wall to
represent the Kilbourn Star? Perhaps work with the Milwaukee Arts Board for this? Are there other
suggestions?
- Is there a strong preference for one of the groupings on the "Amenities Board" for the
benches/waste receptacles/bike racks? Should we explore using amenities made from plastic
recycled by Milwaukee?
Thanks for your participation and input!
Carrie Lewis
Milwaukee Water Works
January 13, 2005
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Existing Reservoir Aerial Perspective
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Proposed Reservoir Aerial Perspective
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Existing Model Perspective
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Proposed Model Perspective
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Existing & Proposed View from N. Bremen St. & E. Meinecke Ave.
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"Treeless" Reservoir View from N. Bremen St. & E. Meinecke Ave.
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Please note: Healthy trees WILL remain in the park. This sketch was prepared to illustrate how the shape of the hill will change behind the foliage in the proposed plan.
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