FAQ Cowes Pressure Reducing Valve (PRV) Upgrade
What do the works involve?
Works will involve the installation of a new above ground stainless steel pipework with Pressure Reducing Valve (PRV) arrangement, the removal of the current underground arrangement, and other necessary upgrade works to the site.
Why do we need these works?
Existing underground Pressure Reducing Valve (PRV’s) are reaching the end of service life.
We’re replacing the PRV’s with products housed above ground and designed to meet future demand and be in service for the next 40 years.
Will my water supply be affected?
There will be no interruptions to water supply.
This will be planned to avoid peak times such as the week leading up to, and following, the Labour Day weekend and the Victorian school holidays.
How long will the work go for and what are the work hours?
Works will take approximately two months to complete starting in late January 2025. Works are expected to be completed before Easter, in approximately late April 2025.
The work hours will be Monday to Friday 7am – 5pm with occasional Saturdays.
Will there be dust, noise, vibrations etc. because of the works?
Path users nearby may experience noise and dust due to the works.
Is it safe to use the footpath during the works?
Yes, however there will be occasional minor delays when plant or equipment is being moved around the site. Signage and qualified traffic controllers will be on site to direct path users.
We kindly ask path users to observe signage and remain alert to changing conditions around the worksite.
Public safety is a high priority. Fences and barricades will be installed during the works to prevent access to the worksite.