The Hunter Water network has commenced work to replace a crucial section of the Chichester Trunk Gravity Main between Tarro and Duckenfield.
The 95 year-old section of pipeline is prone to breaks and leaks during periods of high water demand yet is responsible for the transportation of more than a third of the total Hunter regions water supply.
Renee Fedder from Hunter Water says the project is a priority for the network.
"The section of pipeline between Tarro and Duckenfield is crucial as it carries approximately 65 million litres of water everyday...the section of pipeline is almost a hundred years old, prone to leaks and breaks and must be upgraded."
The pipeline replacement work has been fast tracked by more than a year due to its importance for the region and is estimated to cost a total of $43 million upon completion.
"This project is extremely important in order to ensure that the Hunter region has a reliable and secure water supply for many years to come."
Image sourced: https://www.hunterwater.com.au/Major-Projects/Project-Pages/Chichester-Trunk-Gravity-Main-Upgrade---Tarro-to-Shortland.aspx
