Dunham to Knutsford pipeline

In May 2009 we began working on the new Dunham to Knutsford water pipeline.  A 9.5km plastic pipe that will replace a cast iron one which has come to the end of it's useful life, resulting in cleaner water with less leaks and bursts.  This work will take approximately 12 months and will be carried out by our partner Morgan Est.

We have planned the pipeline route in consultation with Cheshire East Council to ensure that we cause as little disruption to residents and commuters as possible.  The work will cause some delays on the A56, but we are going to tunnel underneath the A556 to minimise disruption significantly to one of the UK's busiest roads.

Latest news 

Work in Rostherne Village
Since Monday 9 November we have been working in Rostherne Village.  Rostherne Lane has been closed to through traffic for the duration of our works, although access remains for pedestrians and where possible residents' vehicles.  We are currently working in Rostherne Lane from St Mary's Church through to Ashley Road.

Work on Mereside Road
From 22 February to 8 March we will be working from the junction of Clamhunger Lane to Mereheath Lane. Click for map. Mereside Road will remain open throughout our works but temporary traffic signals will be in place.

Work on Mereheath Lane
In May 2009 we installed phase 1 of the Dunham to Knutsford pipeline along Mereheath Lane.  Now that the other phases of the pipeline are close to being completed we must return to Mereheath Lane to connect the two pieces of work and to drill into Knutsford Tanks at Tatton Park. 
From 1 March we will be working on Mereheath Lane for up to 4 weeks.  The road will be closed to through traffic and a diversion route will be in place, click here for map. 

If you need any further information or have any questions regarding this project please phone us on 0845 746 2200, quoting project reference 90019910.