All three planned water interruptions at Keen, Orion and Dawson Street are now complete. Keen Street and Orion Street. All services and meters are working off the new main. Concrete and asphalt restoration will be completed shortly. Dawson Street to Woodlark Street Testing, super chlorination and flushing is complete. Both mains are now active to allow service and water meter changeovers from old to new mains. Comprehensive trials were also completed on Woodlark and Dawson Street existing valves to ensure a smooth process for water main connections.
The project will involve:
The preferred construction method is horizontal directional drilling where feasible to minimise disruptions. This technique involves drilling the pipe into the ground in sections, with minimal excavation and backfilling using a small excavator.
If this method proves impractical at any location, residents and businesses will be duly informed to mitigate impacts.
Works will be located at:
A laydown area for pipe delivery will be set up in the Harold Fredericks carpark opposite Oaks Oval, utilised until June 2024.
Residents and businesses will receive a 14-day notice before works commence at each location.
Potential impacts of the project include:
These projects are part of the Capital Works Water Pipelines initiatives, aimed at ensuring a secure and dependable water supply.