Central Coast Council will install a new water main on The Round Drive, Avoca Beach from 3 January 2019.

Council Director Water and Sewer, Bileen Nel said the project would minimise the risk of future water main breaks.

“We apologise for the inconvenience caused by water main breaks on The Round Drive and would like to assure residents that Council is addressing this matter.

“1600 metres of new water main will be installed, adding to the 575 metres of new pipework recently installed.

“The new main will be constructed in the roadway, which will preserve trees and minimise water supply disruptions to customers during construction.

“The new location selected also means unexpected releases of water will be directed away from properties, which will significantly reduce the risk of damage to property.

“We will also be able to keep the existing water main in operation during works, which will mean there will be minimal disruption to water supply for residents.

Council will complete the project in approximately six months and will provide residents with advance notice of construction activities.

The start date for this project has been rescheduled from October 2018 to January 2019 in order to finalise a design and source materials that will deliver the best outcome for The Round Drive.

Ms Nel said Council began rolling out a region-wide water mains renewal program in July.

“We have prioritised our renewal program based on areas that have experienced higher numbers of water main breaks in recent times.

“Traffic control will be in place throughout the works to direct road users and ensure their safety.”

Water main breaks will periodically occur across all water systems and are typically caused by ground and weather conditions, tree roots and third party damage.
 
Central Coast residents who experience water or sewerage concerns in their area should call Council immediately on 1300 463 954.