Water main replacement programme in West Sussex villages to begin
Works to replace ageing water mains in two villages in West Sussex are set to begin.
To reduce the risk of leaks and bursts and improve the resilience of water supplies, Southern Water is replacing ageing water mains with new, more durable plastic pipes across the village and surrounding area, starting on September 7.
The works will take place on Bugshill Lane, Bepton, and Bell Lane, Cocking, helping to reduce leaks and improve the reliability of local water supplies.
The project is expected to run until March 2027, with temporary road closures and diversion routes in place.
Two diversion routes will be implemented throughout the works, which will commence at the top of Bugshill Lane and progress towards Cocking.
The £2.3m scheme forms part of Southern Water's wider £100 million investment to reduce leakage across the region through a range of measures, including finding and fixing hidden leaks, pressure management and the installation of smart meters.
Tania Flasck, director of water operations at Southern Water, said: "This work will help strengthen our water network in Cocking and provide a more resilient water supply for local customers for years to come.
"By replacing ageing water mains with new, modern pipes, we can reduce the risk of leaks and bursts while improving the reliability of our service."
For project updates and further information, visit Southern Water's website.