Storage tank discovered underneath Heritage Square Park
By Terry Murry on Wednesday, January 10th, 2024 in Columbia Basin News More Top Stories
WALLA WALLA – Crews working to renovate Heritage Square Park in downtown Walla Walla recently made an unexpected find – a 10,000-gallon storage tank.
Walla Walla Parks and Recreation Director Andy Coleman said the tank contained about 5,000 gallons of an oily substance, thought to be heating oil which likely fueled a building that once occupied the site.
The cost of removing the tank and disposing of its contents will add $130,000 to the $2.6 million renovation project to turn the park into a new place for public events and performances.
Coleman said no contaminants were found in the ground and the park is scheduled to open in May.
Photo via Walla Walla Parks and Recreation
