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Oradell Water Works
I first came across this place by accident a long time ago,
but wasn't ever sure if it was really abandoned because of its good condition.
Eventually I forgot about it, but recently while out in the area for something
else, my friend Rick pointed it out again and I had previously heard more about
the place noting it was indeed abandoned, so in we went. An open back door made
access easy, and the inside of the place was huge. The oddest bit of the place
was not only did it still have electricity, but also the rooms still had lights
switched on which gave the darkness an even deeper feel next to a brightly lit
room.
Large machines and pipes ran all across the area, levels down into the
darkness, rafters above, the place was very great. In a few areas, we both swore
we could hear music, squatters maybe, or sounds from outside the building? I
tend not to assume right off it was ghostly bands playing. Regardless, it was a
good place, creepy and cool.
The building is now is being worked on to conserve it. Here's more on that.
http://www.hwwc.org/home.html
Hi, and thanks for having such a great
site!
Especially in these times there are very few that are working to keep all
this history.
One example that I'm particularly biased about is Oradell Water Works. Your
website (even better than the Conservancy's site) shows what a special and
historic location this is. It's the only place on the internet that shows all
that glory on one long page of pics. Thanks!
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