Scottish Water is starting work on £40 million upgrade to the water network between Peterhead and Ellon.
Over the next three years almost 23km of new trunk main will be installed, ensuring Scottish Water customers continue to have access to fresh, high-quality drinking water while reducing the risk of pipes bursting.
The first phase of the essential work which began last week takes place between Peterhead and Auchiries for around 12 months. Phase two, from Auchiries to Ellon, is expected to begin by summer 2024 for completion in summer 2026.
The publicly-owned water company is working with Caledonia Water Alliance to deliver this major investment to improve resilience in the north east’s water supply. The works are being carried out by contractor AG Wilson.
Most of the initial 5.7km infrastructure upgrade will take place in rural and private land - however there will also be rolling road closures in effect until mid-November 2023.
Scottish Water’s Customer Services General Manager, Kevin Roy, said:
“This major investment in the strategic trunk main serving the area will secure the long-term improvement to the resilience of water supplies that is needed. We’re grateful for the patience and support of customers, landowners and others while we have been preparing our plans. We will continue to work with them over the years ahead to deliver our project and ensure we can keep the north east’s drinking water flowing far into the future.”
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