A £3 million investment scheme by Anglian Water is set to provide properties in Belstead with new sewerage systems, giving residents the opportunity to connect to mains sewerage for the first time.
Work will begin on the scheme to install almost two kilometres of brand-new sewer pipes and two new pumping stations in June, and is expected to be complete by April 2024. The schemes will help to reduce pollution in Belstead which is caused by poor performing private drainage systems.
This scheme forms part of the company’s biggest ever programme of investment - Anglian Water cleans, supplies and treats a billion litres of water a day.
This year the water company is investing £630 million in pipes, treatment centres, customer service and the environment.
Molly McKie, spokesperson for Anglian Water said:
“Following investigations in the area, the assessed findings found that the current drainage systems were not working correctly and there was a high risk of pollution in the area.
“We are delighted to be able to deliver these projects for the residents of Belstead. This will not only enable them to simplify their wastewater disposal, but also protect the area from flooding and pollutions in the future. We would like to thank everyone for their patience while we are working in the area.”
Residents who have chosen to connect to the new sewer have been contacted by the project team.
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