Sandbach Sewer Improvements In Pipeline

The £1m project, which is being led by United Utilities, involves constructing a storage tank and new sewer pipes.

The majority of the work will take place in and around an existing pumping station compound and the surrounding field area, which is located off Cooksmere Lane.

Further work will also be carried out on Cooksmere Lane itself and Queens Drive to install additional pipework and connect the storage tank to existing sewers in this area.

Project co-ordinator Jason Boyd said: “Our work will not only improve the reliability of the sewer network but also help towards preventing flooding to properties in the area.”

The construction of the storage tank is expected to take approximately 22 weeks to complete.

The work on Cooksmere Lane and Queens Drive is expected to take four weeks to complete and is not due to start until early next year.

“We will do our best to complete this work with as minimal disruption to residents as possible,” added Mr Boyd.

“We have erected a notice board near our existing pumping station site which will be kept updated with relevant information related to the project and an overview of the works in the highway, which will include road closures and diversion routes.

“We will inform residents well in advance in regards to works in the highway and we will provide details of any road closures, diversion routes and key dates.

“We would also like to advise residents that the road closures are put in place to ensure the safety of the public whilst we are undertaking this essential work.

"This is one of the many schemes our customers' bills help to fund and the long-term benefits this work will deliver will make any short-term inconvenience more than worthwhile."

The needs of residents will be considered at all times and arrangements will be made to maintain vehicular access to properties where possible.

Whilst road closures are in place pedestrian access to and from properties will be maintained at all times.