We’re getting ready to start final works to connect and turn on the new section of pipeline.
To do so, we’ll need to close Cross’s Road at the Wirilda Crescent intersection from Monday 7 October for a few weeks. You can view the detour map in this factsheet.
Please keep a look out here and our socials for updates.
We’ll complete restoration works between Tyers and Cross’s Road once the works are complete and the new pipe is turned on.
Background
The Regional Outfall System (ROS) was commissioned in 1957 and comprises 44km of pipeline and 40km of channel. The ROS is one of our most critical assets, conveying on average around 35 ML of treated wastewater daily from the Gippsland Water Factory to our outfall at Dutson Downs.
A condition assessment of the pipeline has identified that a 600m section between Tyers Road and Cross’s Road in Traralgon needs replacing to prevent future problems and protect local properties and the environment. The entire section is underground.
Cross's Road in Traralgon
Fast facts
We’re replacing a 600m section of the Regional Outfall System pipeline.
Location: The section to be replaced runs between Tyers Rd and Cross’s Rd in Traralgon
Timing: Construction commences 2023-24
More details
Customer benefits
The project will:
Reduce operational cost to maintain an ageing asset
Reduce environmental risks
Improve the reliability and ensures ongoing operation of the ROS.
Environment and heritage
A risk assessment was undertaken for native vegetation and cultural heritage within the proposed works area. As this area is a built up residential area, there were no cultural heritage or native vegetation issues identified.
Consultation and engagement
We have engaged with residents and stakeholders while planning for this work, including consulting property owners along the pipe route
