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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 20, 2024 |
Olga George
olga.george@pittsburghpa.gov
412-627-0679 |
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Westinghouse Memorial Pond
Drained for Maintenance
Pittsburgh, PA – Through the efforts of the City of Pittsburgh Department of Public Works (DPW) crews, Westinghouse Pond in Schenley Park is under-going a one-month maintenance project.
As part of the project, the pond will be drained and remain empty while work is being performed, which is expected to last roughly one month.
“I don’t want residents to be alarmed when they see the empty pond. It’s necessary work by DPW crews to the upkeep of such an important historic monument and space,” said Department of Public Works Director Chris Hornstein.
In 2011, the Westinghouse Memorial saw major renovations as part of a partnership between Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy and the City of Pittsburgh. During this time, the lily pond was re-established along with a renewed memorial sculpture, native plant life, nighttime lighting, and storm-water management.
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