Anglian Water is starting work this week on a major £3.4 million scheme to replace and improve a large stretch of water main in the Belstead area of Ipswich.
The scheme is one of the largest and most involving investment projects the water company will undertake in Suffolk in 2017, with around 14km of water pipe to be replaced. The scheme is due to be completed by the end of the summer 2018.
Mark Pryke, Anglian Water’s Network Manager for Suffolk, said:
“Historically, there have been problems in the area with customers noticing discoloration of the water and while we’ve been keeping a close eye on it and taking steps to manage it, we’ve moved as quickly as possible to get this scheme underway. It’s been a large scheme in the planning, and we’re pleased to be starting this permanent solution for our customers.”
Discoloration in the water is caused by a build up of iron sediment in the pipes, although it is not a risk to human health. The water company has been regularly flushing the pipes to prevent a repeat of the issue.
Anglian will be using advanced main-laying techniques wherever the ground conditions allow, including slip-lining and boring techniques that go underground.
Mark Pryke continued:
“The existing pipework has reached the end of its life and needs to be replaced. By doing such a thorough job now and laying new sections of pipe we will minimise the chance of discoloration in the future.”
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