The Downfall of the Grain Elevators at Hardisty, Alberta, Canada
The end of an era of bygone days
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The demolition of the two grain elevators started in April 2004 and required approximately
two and one half weeks to complete, including site cleanup and restoration. Not all was lost
though, as there was a considerable amount of steel and large timbers salvaged. I was away
and missed the initial collapse of the last elevator ... .
As it Was
The Beginning
The start of the Collapse
Tumbling Down
Dismantling of elevator
Reduction of elevator
All that's left
Hauling debris away
Starting second Elevator
Removing the walls
Nearing the finish
Final stages
The site cleanup
As it is Now - The Final Reclamation
