Scottish Water has had to extend a city centre sewer replacement project in Inverness after more sections of the sewer were found to be in poor condition.
The work to replace a 100-year old pipe which runs through Duncraig Street, King Street and Greig Street will now continue until September due to the poor condition of the sewer.
The initial phase of the project, which took place in Duncraig Street and is now complete, uncovered further issues with the sewer on King Street between the junction of Duncraig Street and Greig Street; as well as on Greig Street between King Street and Huntly Street.
Work is currently underway to replace the sewer on the King Street section, while further investigatory work is required to confirm the extent of repairs required to the Greig Street sewer.
Project manager Tom Hannan said:
“As the project has progressed, it became clear that parts of the sewer in both King Street and Greig Street were also in poor condition. We understand that it is frustrating for residents and businesses in the area that work has now been extended but it is essential that we replace the sewer to ensure that it can continue to operate effectively.
“Alongside our contracting partner MacAulay Askernish, we are working as quickly and safely as possible to deliver the repairs that are needed in these locations and would like to apologise for any inconvenience caused.”
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