Bridgewater Water Treatment Plant - tank construction
- Bridgewater
We are constructing two new clear water storage tanks and a new booster pump station at the Bridgewater Water Treatment Plant in Pondage Road.
Our crews will be working this weekend - 6 and 7 December - between 7am and 1pm to install pumps and pipework at the new booster pump station.
People who live near the plant site may notice vehicles accessing the site and some noise and dust as a result of the works – our contactors will work to keep this to a minimum.
When completed, these tanks will replace the current Inglewood Clear Water Storage Basin located north of Inglewood and make our water delivery to the area more reliable and efficient.
Please contact us on 1300 363 200 for further information.
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 mains cleaning - Epsom and Huntly
- Epsom and Huntly
We're completing cleaning on the Epsom Huntly Pipeline from Monday 24 November until late December.
Swabbing and flushing works have taken place on Station Street between Howard Street Epsom and Gungurru Road Huntly.
Swabbing is a process where a dense foam cylinder swab is pushed through the pipeline using water pressure. This was further work required to remove sediment from the pipeline.
- A temporary worksite has been setup near the bus shelter on the corner of Tobin Crescent and Station Street, Epsom. This will be removed following the completion of the works.
- Excavation work was required at Ironstone Road and Station Street, Howard Street and Station Street, Jones Road and Station Street, and Gungurru Road and Rennie Street. These excavation sites will be filled and cleaned up in the coming weeks.
Current works:
With the swabbing and flushing of the main pipeline complete, we are now flushing water through the smaller water mains pipes (laterals) that branch off the main pipeline.
This is done by releasing water at nearby hydrants. The excess water is directed to nearby stormwater drains.
This stage requires some planned water supply interruptions, impacting only a small number of customers. (Typically for a period of 2-3 hours). Impacted customers have been notified prior to the scheduled interruption.
From Tuesday 9 December:
We’re carrying out water mains cleaning at the following locations:
- Station Street between Tobin Crescent and Cassandra Crescent, Epsom from 9am until midday on Tuesday 9 December.
- Rennie Street between Paddock and Pasley Street, Huntly from midday until 3pm on Tuesday 9 December.
These works should take 2-3 hours at each location.
Some water supply interruptions are required for these works and impacted customers have been notified.
We recommend that these customers turn off their stop tap at their water meter during these flushing works.
If impacted, we recommend you store enough water for your household to use during the interruption. When your water is off, your toilet cistern won’t refill after you flush, so you may want to fill a bucket with water which can be tipped into your toilet.
These works can cause temporary changes to the look of your drinking water. If this occurs, run your taps until the water runs clear. If problems persist, please contact us. Your water remains safe to drink.
For more information visit connect.coliban.com.au/water-mains-cleaning/swabbing
Blue-green algae - Upper Coliban Reservoir
- Upper Coliban Reservoir
Low levels of Blue green algae has been detected at Upper Coliban Reservoir.
The reservoir is still open for on water recreation, but visitors should avoid contact with the water when fishing or boating.
Please refer to the Victorian Fisheries Authority for guidelines on fish consumption when blue-green algae is present.
While people and dogs are not permitted in the water at Upper Coliban Reservoir, if contact is made with the water please ensure you rinse with fresh water.
For additional blue-green algae water quality information visit here.
Odour update - Bendigo Water Reclamation Plant
- Epsom
We are aware of odour issues at the Bendigo Water Reclamation Plant and are completing works to minimise ongoing potential odours.
This includes regular odour monitoring to ensure the plant is operating as smoothly as possible.
If it’s an urgent odour issue, we strongly encourage you to phone us at anytime on 1300 363 200. The more information we receive, the more we can build a picture of the areas of our plant most in need of attention.