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for construction 4 to 5 years depending somewhat

upon the actual nature of the rock as revealed in the

excavation.

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Two alternative methods of arranging for the con-

struction of the two dams and ancillary works are

briefly discussed.

The future headworks extensions of the Shing Mun

Scheme are dealt with broadly, and when completed

these will extend the life of the total available

resources until about 1955.

Other works such as duplication of trunk mains,

filters and addition to service reservoirs will be

required to keep pace with increasing draught from

the Shing Mun Reservoir.

In conclusion, we should like to acknowledge the

assistance which Mr. Henderson and other officers of the

Water Works Department so readily gave both during visits

Without this

to works and sites and also in the office.

assistance we should not have been able to submit a prelimin-

ary draft of this report in Hong Kong.

We are, Sirs,

Your obedients Servants,

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