We have received the following information:

Cambridge Water Company are planning to renew the old water main in Milton Road.

Work is due to begin in March and is likely to take 5 weeks to complete. Their partnering contractor, Integrated Water Services, will undertake the works on behalf of Cambridge Water. You may already be aware of trial holes being taken along the route to determine a feasible line for the main.

A trenchless technique called horizontal directional drilling will be used for this scheme. This technique is less disruptive, more efficient and economic than traditional techniques such as an open cut trench along the entire length of the scheme, whereas with directional drilling strategic excavations are taken along the route to insert and retrieve the drilling apparatus. This technique is obviously dependant upon a number of factors and it may be necessary on some sections, to revert to an open cut trench.

Minimum disturbance for water supply customers and inconvenience for road users is the Water Company’s aim throughout the renewal works; however it is inevitable that some disruption will result. Any interruptions to supply will be kept to a minimum, and householders will receive advance notice in writing of the date, time and duration of any planned interruption

Should you require any further information, or advice about these essential works, please do not hesitate to contact Cambridge Water Company on 01223 706050.