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Repairs Underway for Collapsed Sewer Pipe in Strand

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Emergency repairs are underway on a collapsed sewer pipe in De Villiers Street, Strand, South Africa. The City’s Water and Sanitation Directorate has appointed a contractor to carry out the necessary repairs while ensuring the safety of residents and motorists in the area.

Causes of Sewer Collapses

Sewer collapses can occur due to various reasons, but in this case, the pipeline in question was constructed almost four decades ago. Over time, the pipeline’s walls have thinned significantly, making it more vulnerable to collapse. Additionally, when peak flows and excessive stormwater ingress occur, the pipeline must endure pressurized flow conditions, resulting in sporadic collapses.

Emergency Repairs

Mayoral Committee Member for Water and Sanitation, Councillor Zahid Badroodien, has assured residents that the emergency repairs will begin shortly and be completed as quickly and safely as possible. While acknowledging the inconvenience caused to the community, he emphasized the importance of prioritizing public safety.

Refurbishment Plans

Recent months have seen multiple collapses of Strand’s main sewer pipelines, causing disruptions to traffic flow on De Villiers Street and De Ruyter Street. To address these issues, the City is planning a major refurbishment of the 4.1 kilometer Trappies Sewer pipeline to minimize future collapses. An estimated R100 million will be allocated for the refurbishment, while an additional R250 million will be set aside for the replacement of 100 kilometers of sewer infrastructure in the 2023/24 financial year.

Point Repairs

While waiting for the refurbishment contract to be finalized, the City’s Water and Sanitation Directorate has engaged an emergency contractor to perform point repairs when sewer collapses occur. The City hopes to have a contractor on the ground by early 2024, ultimately improving water and sanitation operations in the area and creating a more resilient water infrastructure.

Benefits for the Community

The repairs and refurbishment project will benefit the local community by improving water and sanitation operations and ensuring smoother traffic flow on De Villiers Street and De Ruyter Street. The City acknowledges the inconvenience residents have experienced and urges them to stay informed and proactive.

Stay Informed

Residents can stay updated on the repair work’s progress by contacting Ward Councillor Carl Punt at 083 453 1207 or carl.punt@capetown.gov.za. By staying informed, the community can navigate these emergency repairs and look forward to improved infrastructure and smoother commutes in the near future.

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