Essential water main renewal work is to be undertaken in the village of Whitwell from next week, with a closure of the main road through the village to come into force after the October half term.
The old water pipes along High Street and Ventnor Road have suffered a number of bursts in recent years and have reached the end of their operational life. As a result, Southern Water are replacing 900 metres of the old main with a new, highly durable pipe to safeguard water supplies for the community effectively into the future.
The 10-week scheme is due to begin next Monday (16th October) on a section of Ventnor Road to the south of Whitwell. Work will progress north before coming to an end near the junction with Nettlecombe Lane.
Temporary traffic lights will control vehicles using Ventnor Road until works reach the junction with Kemming Road, where a closure of the High Street will then come into force with a short diversion via Bannock Road. The road closure will take place after the October half-term.
The disruptive but necessary work is to be undertaken in sections and contractors will be working 7 days a week to get the work completed as quickly as possible. The main replacement scheme is expected to be fully completed by Spring 2018.
Access for residents, businesses and customers will be maintained at all times during the High Street closure.
