Scottish Water starts work to keep water flowing on banks of River Ness in Island Bank Road in Inverness with water main renewal with the project expected to be completed by late summer and will also include renewal of water mains on Drummond Crescent and Drummond Circus
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Scottish Water is starting work to renew just under 2km of water main in Island Bank Road in Inverness.
Caledonia Water Alliance (CWA) will be carrying out the work on behalf of the publicly owned water company.
The project is expected to be completed by late summer and it will also include renewal of water mains on Drummond Crescent and Drummond Circus.
To allow work to take place safely on Island Bank Road, temporary traffic lights will be used to limit a short stretch of the road to a single lane during each phase, with localised traffic arrangements when work progresses to the other affected streets.
Gavin Steel, Scottish Water corporate affairs, manager, said: “The work taking place is important to ensure that customers in the local area continue to receive a reliable supply of clear, fresh and great-tasting drinking water for many years to come.
“CWA’s site team will do all they can to minimise short term disruption for customers and road users while completing their essential work.
“We are grateful for the continuing support of local communities while our teams work to keep the Highland capital’s water flowing during this difficult time for many people.”
The work will take place with strict measures in place to ensure the safety of the site team, customers and road users during the Covid-19 pandemic, reflecting Scottish Government and industry guidelines.
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