Central Coast Council Water and Sewer is gearing up to commence the $82.5M major upgrade of Mardi Water Treatment Plant to ensure the security of the region’s water supply, now and into the future.
As part of the upgrade, the water supply network will not be operating at full capacity at all times.
During these periods, water production for the region will come from Somersby Water Treatment Plant, network storages and Council’s connection to Hunter Water.
Director for Water and Sewer Jamie Loader said site works were scheduled to commence soon, with an estimated completion of the project in late 2025.
“As part of these works, there will be several scheduled shutdowns that will mean Mardi Water Treatment Plant will be out of service,” he said.
“Whilst measures are in place to ensure water for the region continues to be supplied from Somersby Water Treatment Plant and our connection to Hunter Water, turning off a water treatment plant in the network can present some level of risk to supply.
“However, Council will work hard to minimise this risk and if there is any interruption to water services, we will ensure the public is informed in a timely manner.”
Council Administrator Rik Hart said the upgrade was an incredible milestone for the region’s water security.
The project is being delivered by Council in partnership with the NSW Government’s Safe and Secure Water Program, which has contributed $6.85M.
The $1B Safe and Secure Water Program is supporting more than 250 projects across regional NSW that are in various stages of delivery.
For more information on the project, search Mardi Water Treatment Plant upgrade at centralcoast.nsw.gov.au
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