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Hello,
I am working with a small local museum right now, and they have a well “problem”. They have the ruins of a 19th century tabby well along the edge of their property that has been continuously struck by cars, and they are concerned about its preservation. They would like to relocate the above-ground structure to a less precarious spot on the property, but obviously would like to maintain the remaining structural integrity of the well. They are certain they want to move it, as opposed to protecting it – it is literally right on the edge of the road.
The ruins are pretty large and heavy, and it is approximately 5 feet in ‘diameter’ and 3 feet tall. It is in 3 pieces. Picture is here: https://www.flickr.com/photos/153697990@N03/shares/5cheoA
I have no experience with this type of endeavor, so am wondering if anybody has worked on a similar relocation before, and can recommend methods for the movement of the well. We have access to the standard equipment/machinery of a relatively small town’s public works department. Any advice is appreciated.
Thanks in advance!
-Diane
Diane Wallman, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
Department of Anthropology
University of South Florida
4202 East Fowler Ave, SOC107
Tampa, FL 33620-7200
(813) 974-2138<tel:%28813%29%20974-2138>
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