LACHLAN SHIRE COUNCIL
DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION OF ALBERT WATER RESERVOIR & ASSOCIATED INFRASTRUCTURE
Project Timeframe
Start Date: May 2024 - Completion date: December 2024
Project Address:
Albert (Lachlan Shire)
Client Name:
Lachlan Shire Council
Project Value
$2.10m
Key Components
Water supply Infrastructure, Remote & Regional Works, Reservoir & Pipework Works
Project Overview
Albert reservoir was constructed in 1960’s and is made of concrete with storage capacity of around 670kL.The internal diameter of the reservoir is 13m and the height is 5.5m. Access to this reservoir is via an unsealed (dirt) road, off-the Bogan Way. As the existing reservoir is in a dilapidated condition, it needs to be decommissioned, demolished, disposed off-site and replaced with the new reservoir. In order to maintain uninterrupted water supply to Albert, the new reservoir would be constructed, commissioned and connected to Tottenham Water Supply Scheme before the existing one is decommissioned, demolished and disposed of. The new reservoir is proposed to be located immediately to the north-west of the existing one. Works were undertaken through funding made available through NSW Water Security for regions program.
Description of Works.
The work under this project consists of design and construct as necessary, supply of all materials, plant, equipment and labour and construction of the following components:
- 1.18 ML capacity reservoir at Albert including pipework’s and associated items.
- Roof access and platform for new reservoir.
- Access around the reservoir.
- Replace all existing intake and discharge pipework.
- Electrical works and Telemetry works.
- Hydrostatic testing and chlorine disinfection of new reservoir.
- Demolition and removal of existing reservoir.
- Roadworks and Security Fencing around the reservoir site.
- Associated minor works for the proper completion and functioning of the system.
Highlights, Innovations and Key Risks
- Infield modifications to adapt to Council requirements.
- Ongoing discussions with Council and Public Works to improve the water supply system
- No disruption to town water supply through construction and reservoir change over
- All subcontractors on the project were local to the region or regular TI Contractors
- Demolition and removal of the existing concrete water reservoir.
- Construction of a turning bay/circle for semi-trailers to have access to the new reservoir
