WORK to install a new drinking water pipe that’s nearly a kilometre long will start after the Jubilee weekend, with road closures expected until the new year.
The 900m pipe will be placed into Warren House Road and Keephatch Road by South East Water, from Monday, June 6.
The firm says it will ensure customers’ drinking water is not impacted as the local population grows.
Work will begin along Warren House Road, 100 metres west of Ashridge Road.
South East Water will then work east along Warren House Road and Keephatch Road, to its junction with Campion Way. Pipes will then be installed within Binfield Road and Bean Oak Road.
The roads will be closed in sections, meaning the closure will move along with the construction works.
Temporary traffic lights will also be used at the roundabouts of Warren House Road and Keephatch Road and Keephatch Road and Campion Way.
Jeremy Dufour, South East Water’s project manager, said: “Without this vital, £600,000 investment, customers will notice a drop in water pressure during everyday tasks like taking a shower or making a cup of tea.
“The new pipe will increase the capacity of our network in the area and allow us to make sure there is plenty of water for everyone.”
He added: “We decided to phase the project in this way so we can cause as little disruption as possible by doing certain sections within the school holiday period.
“We are sorry for any disruption the road closures may cause but please be assured clearly-signed diversion route will be in place where required.”
For details, visit: southeastwater.co.uk/wokingham
