Red Hill Reservoir upgrade and repair
Our Red Hill reservoir provides water to Yarralumla, Forrest, Kingston, Narrabundah, Fyshwick and (of course) Red Hill.
To ensure this facility continues to operate reliably and effectively, we need to conduct upgrades and repairs. This will involve:
- An upgrade to the valving arrangement of our upper reservoir, and
- repairs to the roof of our lower reservoir.
| What will we be doing? | When will we be doing it? (Estimated dates) |
| Repairs to the roof of our lower reservoir | 18/09/2024 - 15/12/2024 |
| Valve upgrade at our upper reservoir | 20/10/2024 - 20/12/2024 |
Impact to residents
Our reservoir tanks are located within the Red Hill Nature Reserve. This means it may be necessary to close, reroute or restrict access to certain tracks and walkways within the reserve.
Residents may also experience traffic congestion, elevated noise levels and visual disruptions while construction is ongoing.
We apologise for any inconvenience caused by these works, and ask residents to please be mindful of any traffic management measures we may have in place.
The following routes will experience disruption:
- Kent St, Deakin ACT 2600
(opposite National Surveyors House and the Royal Life Saving Society ACT) - Gowrie Drive, ACT 2603
(just before the intersection with Red Hill Drive)
Impacted routes
Please note that while we are doing everything we can to minimise any environmental impact, our activities may (temporarily) disturb local plant and wildlife.
Frequently asked questions
Will access to the nature reserve be restricted?
While construction is underway, access to certain areas of the nature reserve will be temporarily restricted to ensure public safety and the protection of wildlife.
Signs will be clearly posted, and alternative paths will be provided wherever possible.
Can I provide feedback?
Absolutely! We always welcome community involvement and feedback because it helps us improve our processes.
You can submit feedback via talktous@iconwater.com.au, or by giving us a call on (02) 6248 3111.
We look forward to hearing from you!
What should I do if I see, or experience, an issue related to your staff or activities?
If you see, or experience, an issue related to our staff or activities, please contact us immediately. We take these reports very seriously, and will act to find a resolution as soon as possible.
You can call us on (02) 6248 3111 or email us via talktous@iconwater.com.au.
What happens if your work is delayed?
We have plans in place to help us react to unforeseen circumstances. However if our work is delayed, we will update the information on this page to reflect that and make adjustments to minimise any impacts to residents.
We’re always happy to help
For general enquiries, you can contact us directly at talktous@iconwater.com.au. Our team will do their best to respond within 24 hours.
If you need a bit more assistance, or just prefer talking to a person,
you can call us on (02) 6248 3111 (select option 3).