01 Sep 2022
Work begins on Coles Bay Reservoir upgrade
A project has begun to double the capacity of Coles Bay reservoir to better serve our current customers and help meet demand for the future. The current reservoir is not big enough to meet the needs of the area and demand data and projected annual growth rates show it will not meet a third of demand 30 years from now.
Once complete, the project, which forms part of our $1 billion capital works program over the next four years, will deliver a reservoir capable of storing one million litres of water.
Rachaelle Downey, Capital Engagement Specialist, said work was expected to take six months to complete and thanked the Coles Bay community for their patience during this time.
“We have communicated with residents with display notices on appropriate noticeboards throughout the area, as well as with messages and updates on our social media and web page. We will continue with those updates as the work progresses. We will also drop a notice in your letterbox if your property will be directly affected at any stage.”
Ms Downey urged residents to take care and avoid the area where works were being undertaken.
“There will be more heavy vehicle traffic along the gravel access track which leads up to the water treatment plant and out to Friendly Beaches, especially during the first couple of months of work. Those who can avoid the road during business hours have been advised to do so.
“While there will be some short-term inconvenience, the result will have long-term benefits for all those who live in, and love, Coles Bay,” Ms Downey said.