Echuca Water Tower repairs
- Echuca
Update: Friday 21 November
Work is continuing at the Echuca Water Tower, with the following work to be completed in the next two to three weeks:
- Patching and repairs to the rendered exterior.
- Further structural assessments and surveying to guide longer-term repairs and maintenance.
We will evaluate the ongoing need for scaffolding based on the results of these assessments. We expect the scaffolding will be removed in the coming few months.
Safety signage, additional fencing, and the temporary footpath around the tower will remain in place.
There will be no interruption to your water supply, and we'll be making every effort to minimise noise and disruption.
Update: Friday 14 November
Today we will begin removing the shade cloth attached to the scaffolding at the Echuca Water Tower. There will be additional fencing and a temporary footpath around the tower for pedestrians use.
Additional safety signage is in place alerting the community to beware of any falling debris given the age of the tower.
Previous updates
We are carrying out further maintenance at the Echuca Water Tower.
As part of routine inspections last year, we identified loose material on the outside of the tower requiring removal and repair. Scaffolding has recently been erected around the tower so our team can safely carry out the required work. Temporary fencing remains in place for public safety.
We are working closely with Campaspe Shire and communicating regularly with those in the surrounding area.
There is no impact to Echuca's drinking water supply.
The tower plays a critical role, providing water pressure, via gravity, to the surrounding water network in Echuca. Repairs will be carried out carefully to ensure minimal change to the existing appearance of the tower.
First constructed in 1915, the water tower is a piece of historic infrastructure that requires continual inspections, maintenance and repairs as it ages. We inspect the tower every six months.
More history about the tower can be found here.
Water flow rate testing - Ascot, Epsom and Huntly
- Ascot, Epsom and Huntly
Our crews will be running water flow rate tests in some locations in Ascot, Epsom and Huntly on Friday 20 November.
The test will only take a couple of minutes and you do not need to be home.
There is no interruption to your water supply.
Our crews will conduct the test at your garden tap closest to your water meter.
The test is called a flow rate bucket test. A bucket is placed under the garden tap, and the tap is turned on full bore to fill the bucket. We measure how long this takes, allowing us to calculate your flow rate in litres per minute.
The test allows us to compare your flow rate to surrounding properties and helps to identify any water flow issues.
Locations include:
- Blay Street, Epsom
- Henbury Street, Huntly
- East Road, Huntly
- Aspect Drive, Huntly
- Weeks Road and Hereford Drive, Ascot
- Caviar Court, Huntly
- Viola Road, Huntly
- Whitelock Drive, Huntly
Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Water main shutdown - Lockington
- Lockington
Our crews will be installing a water main extension in Barton Street, Lockington, on Friday 28 November between 9am and 2pm.
Impacted customers have been notified and advised to store sufficient water for their need prior to the shutdown.
Once supply is restored customers in the area will need to run their taps for a short time until the water runs clear.
Minor traffic management will be in place.
Low pressure warning - Maiden Gully
- Maiden Gully
Update
Water pressure is restored to the Maiden Gully area.
If residents have any ongoing issues, please contact us on 1300 363 200.
Earlier
Residents in Maiden Gully may be experiencing low water pressure as a result of broken pressure valve.
The area west of Monsants Road are likely to be most affected – particularly properties around Emmaline Drive, Rathbones Lane and Kathleen Terrace.
Our crews are investigating the issue and planning the necessary repairs.
We will provide an update for the expected restoration of pressure soon.
We apologise for any inconvenience caused.
Water main shutdown - Echuca
- Echuca
Our crews will be installing a new water main valve and hydrant in Wharparilla Drive, Echuca, on Tuesday 25 November between 9am and 12pm.
Impacted customers have been notified and advised to store sufficient water for their need prior to the shutdown.
Once supply is restored customers in the area will need to run their taps for a short time until the water runs clear.
Minor traffic management will be in place.