Project status prepare

A major project to help prevent sewer flooding in Bothwell will get underway this month.

This investment will consist of the installation of a new pipeline as well as the construction of a new storm storage tank in fields adjacent to Laighlands Road.

Work to set up a temporary site compound will begin on Monday, 13 October. The full programme of work is expected to be completed within 16 months.

At a glance

  • To help prevent sewer flooding
  • Project involves installation of a new pipeline and construction of a new storm storage tank
  • Delivered by Caledonia Water Alliance

Back of a Scottish Water van next to road traffic cones and signage

Investment

Work to set up a temporary site compound will begin in October

The initial phase of work will involve installing a temporary site access road and establishing the site compound. Site cabins will be positioned near the dead-end section of Langside Road, adjacent to the Bellshill Bypass.

Work will then commence on construction of the new storm storage tank, followed by the installation of a new pipeline in the fields adjacent to Laighlands Road. The project will then progress into Glebe Avenue, where a new pipeline and manhole will be installed, before concluding with the installation of a new rising main pipeline on Langside Road.

In order to provide safe access to the work area for our operatives, site vehicles and equipment, there will be a small number of trees and shrubs to trim or remove.

We appreciate that these works may cause inconvenience for the community. We thank them in advance for their patience and understanding while we complete this essential work.

Our alliance partner, Caledonia Water Alliance will be managing this work on our behalf and will do what they can to minimise disruption.