Portesham water mains replacement works finished early
Wessex Water's been working on the B3157 for six weeks
Works to replace water mains pipes in South Dorset have been finished early by Wessex Water.
They've been on the B3157 in Portesham for the last six weeks, for a £200,000 project.
Contractors fully cleared the site yesterday afternoon (Wednesday 6th November) to complete two days earlier than scheduled.
The road had been closed to traffic, but reopened with temporary traffic lights last week, which have now also been removed.
Wessex Water project manager Daniel Owen-Rijnenberg said:
“To complete this complex project ahead of schedule is a huge testament to the work of our team, who have worked so hard and for seven days a week over the course of the past month.
“This was challenging but essential work to improve water supplies for the area and we would like to thank local customers and businesses for their patience, co-operation and understanding while it was carried out.
“We recognise the initial road closure was disruptive to local communities which is why we worked so closely with them before and during the work, as well as carrying out the replacement as quickly as possible.
“We have now written to them to mark the conclusion of the scheme, with the new main helping to ensure improved water quality and a more reliable supply for future years.’’
Wessex Water currently spends more than £8 million a year on replacing ageing water mains which, as well as being prone to leaks, can cause quality issues such as discoloured water and poor pressure for customers.