South East Water warn drivers of disruption for water main works

South East Water is set to install more than 900 metres of new water main in the town as part of an ongoing programme to improve the water supply network.

The £600,000 scheme is set to improve the capacity of the network and ensure water pressure will be maintained in the area.

Traditional trenching techniques will be used to install the new water main.

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Work will begin at a point approximately 100 metres west of the junction of Ashridge Road and Warren House Road.

Our team will then work east along Warren House Road and Keephatch Road up to the junction with Campion Way and Hughes Road. We will then be moving into Binfield Road and Bean Oak Road to complete the works.

The roads will be closed in sections and the closure will move along as work progresses.

Temporary traffic lights will also be used at the roundabouts of Warren House Road and Keephatch Road as well as Keephatch Road and Campion Way.

Map of the roads affected. Picture: South East Water

Jeremy Dufour, project manager, said: “Without this vital, £600,000 investment, customers will notice a drop in water pressure during everyday tasks like taking a shower or making a cup of tea.

“The new pipe will increase the capacity of our network in the area and allow us to make sure there is plenty of water for everyone.”

Construction is planned to begin on June 6 and is expected to take around seven months to complete.

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Mr Dufour added “We decided to phase the project in this way so we can cause as little disruption as possible by doing certain sections within the school holiday period.

“We are sorry for any disruption the road closures may cause but please be assured clearly-signed diversion route will be in place where required.”

Project updates will be posted on the South East Water website once the scheme begins.