By Jonty Ralphsmith
South East Water Victoria start works on the Guys Hill Pressure Sewer Scheme on Thursday 17 March.
About 1200 metres of sewer pipeline will be installed on nature strips in the small suburb located between Berwick and Beaconsfield Upper.
The project is to install new sewer pipes expanding sewerage network to the Guys Hill area via a pressure sewer system and stop the use of existing onsite septic tanks in blocks under 0.4 hectares.
Properties over 0.4 hectares do not qualify but can still connect if the property fronts the new sewer main.
The scheme will be provided to about 18 properties with the volume of waste water generated onsite a major factor to help determine eligibility.
Property owners are not forced to connect however the council may place restrictions on property owners who cannot effectively manage wastewater on-site.
In conjunction with their contractor, Comdain, South East Water will seek to keep impact to a minimum with no planned water disruptions no long term visual changes.
During the works, expected to wrap up in late April, there will be increased truck movements on local roads, traffic impacts such as reduced speed limits and noise from heavy machinery.
Construction will generally take place from 7am-6pm weather permitting and will take about two months to complete.
Septic tanks require ongoing maintenance to keep them safe to prevent dangerous chemicals and bacteria from seeping into groundwater, an issue solved by installing a pressure sewer.
An environmental management plan has been prepared and areas of environmental sensitivity have been avoided.
Properties can connect from April and installation takes a few hours and can be done by a licensed plumbers.
For a precise quote, contact the connections team on 1800 720 613.
