Ten-year inspection and renewal program.
This video of sewer cleaning and relining shows course aggregate where fine materials in the cement have washed away. These rough surfaces cause items to become stuck and create blockages, which compromises the structural integrity of the sewer. The after part shows the cleaned and relined pipes. This extends the life of the sewer, reducing the demand and improving energy efficiency, especially during periods of wet weather.
Various upgrades and replacements will be conducted on the sewerage treatment plants across the region including structural components, pumps and switchboards.
The rapid development in the Atherton area has put pressure on the existing sewerage infrastructure. Capacity assessments and estimated growth data indicate the need to update sewerage treatment plants and other infrastructure. Reviewing of capacities and licensing requirements were conducted in late 2023. Quotes have been requested for detailed design, survey and investigations for upgrades in Peakes Gully and Cook Street.
Designs are being developed for the upgrades including a new pump stations for Lakeside Drive and at Lakeside Motor Inn and Caravan Park.
Contract T00125 for the design of the Yungaburra sewer upgrades was awarded to Ganden Pty Ltd for $239,071.53 including GST. A contingency of $23,907.15 including GST was approved for variations that may arise during the course of the contract.