Hydrant & valve inspection, maintenance and replacement program
Project goal:
An ongoing state-wide hydrant and valve maintenance program to test and ensure their reliability. Followed by a program of works to replace hydrants and valves which are found to be broken or in disrepair.
Status:
In construction
Delivery date:
Ongoing
What's happening?
The maintenance work will check if the hydrant can produce water, identify ageing infrastructure which needs replacing to prevent future leaks and breaks, and ensure our hydrants comply with current fire management standards.
Hydrant: A connection point for firefighters to access water from the local water supply scheme. Most hydrants and valves are in residential verges covered by white a lid.
Valve: Controls the flow of water through the water pipes.
How will this impact the community?
- Residents may notice operators testing the hydrant to check it can produce water.
- If the hydrant needs to be replaced there may be an increase in noise, dust, and activity.
- Residents may notice more vehicles and noise near their property if they live near a hydrant or valve.
- This work may result in temporary interruptions to water service.If a temporary water supply interruption is required for operators to complete the work safely and flush the network:
- All attempts to avoid and reduce impact to the community will be considered before progressing work.
- We will aim to keep water outages under 6 hours.
- Residents will be notified at least 48 hours before a planned water outage.
- Residents may notice reduced pressure once water has been switched off. This will slowly return to normal after work is complete.
- We will turn the water back on slowly to minimise air in the pipes and water discolouration.
- Our construction methods may mean unavoidable impact to properties, roads, footpaths, and verges, including reticulation. Access to footpaths may be restricted and will be made safe until permanently repaired. Disturbed driveways or verges will be restored to original condition once work is complete. We will work closely with customers impacted by this.
- Traffic management will be in place if required for our maintenance and replacement activities.
- Customers may notice a tanker in the area which is used to collect excess water. This water is re-used where possible.
We remind customers living in high bushfire risk areas that an independent water supply is necessary, should you choose to stay and actively defend your home. All efforts are made to maintain scheme water supply during a bushfire, however damaged infrastructure or a cut to power may result in a total loss of water. See Bushfires & water supply for more information.
As part of this commitment, we have an ongoing program of works to replace fire hydrants across WA.
Where is hydrant and valve replacement taking place?
Where | Dates | Status |
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Carnarvon | February - May 2024 | In progress |
Geraldton | May 2024 | Not started |
Northampton | April 2024 | Not started |
Woodridge | May 2024 | Not started |
Where | Dates | Status |
---|---|---|
Kalgoorlie | July-August 2023 | Completed |
Where | Dates | Status |
---|---|---|
Albany | To be confirmed | Not started |
Boddington | To be confirmed | Not started |
Brookton | May 2024 | Not started |
Broomehill | April 2024 | Not started |
Esperance | To be confirmed | Not started |
Narrogin | To be confirmed | Not started |
Wagin | April 2024 | Not started |
Where | Dates | Status |
---|---|---|
Augusta | January - March 2024 | In progress |
Australind | February - March 2024 | In progress |
Bridgetown | To be confirmed | Not started |
Capel | January - February 2024 | In progress |
Margaret River | December 2023 - April 2024 | In progress |
Nannup | April - May 2024 | Not started |
Pemberton | April - May 2024 | Not started |
Peppermint Grove Beach | February - March 2024 | In progress |
Where | Dates | Status |
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Broome | Mid 2024 | Not started |
Fitzroy Crossing | Mid 2024 | Not started |
Karratha | December 2023 - March 2024 | Not started |
Kununurra | Mid 2024 | In progress |
Onslow | Mid 2024 | Not Started |
Roebourne | December 2023 - March 2024 | In progress |
Wickham | December 2023 - March 2024 | In progress |
The hydrant is usually situated within the verge with a reflective white lid to help firefighters locate the hydrants at night.
The street markings include a white H and triangle on the kerb, a red H on the power pole or a white pole where there is no kerb.
Our operators, or your local firefighters, may leave a card in the mailbox if they were unable to access the hydrant for maintenance when visiting your property. By keeping the hydrant clear of vegetation and parking away from the hydrant, you can assist firefighters when responding to an emergency.
Our operators will return in the next maintenance cycle to maintain the hydrant. In the meantime, your local firefighters may visit your property to check the hydrant box is clear of obstructions and get to know the area.
Regional Hydrant and Valves Replacement Team