Update: Tuesday 7 August 2018

Work to improve the security of the Christchurch’s water supply is moving forward, with the approach confirmed for upgrading 72 of the city’s wells.

In most cases the next round of work involves raising below ground well heads to above ground.

“The pump stations included in this next round of works have been prioritised after considering the security of the source water, the capacity of the pump station and the likelihood of being able to progress the works without undue delay," says Water Supply Improvements Programme Manager Helen Beaumont.

Construction on the wells included in the next phase of work is likely to begin in 2019. Staff continue to explore options to accelerate the work programme.

Read the full Council report here.

We’ve added some new layers to our chlorination map and created a new section on our website for water supply projects.

The map now shows you where the well heads are, and which ones are included in the first stage of works. You can find it here.

On the new Water Supply Projects section you’ll find information about new wells and pump stations we’re constructing, well head improvements work, and alternative disinfection methods.
 

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If you have any questions, drop us a line at watersupply@ccc.govt.nz