What |
We are installing new, bigger wastewater pipes through Ilam. Work at the intersection of Creyke/Ilam/Maidstone Roads is expected to be complete on Thursday, 10 July 2025, at which point we will begin work along Maidstone Road, requiring a westbound one-way system to be in place. |
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Why |
The new, bigger pipes will help meet increasing wastewater demands generated by our growing city. |
Where |
Maidstone Road, between Waimairi Road and Ilam Road, Ilam. |
When |
10 July 2025 until mid-2026. Monday to Saturday, 7am to 6pm (weather/site condition dependent). |
Contact |
The contractor is Dormer Construction. Phone Emma Dormer 0508 367 637, Monday to Friday, 7am to 6pm or email emma@dormer.co.nz. |
Details
The significant wastewater pipe upgrade started in September 2024 and will be finished mid-2026. Parts of this upgrade are now completed (Clyde Road, Creyke Road and the intersection of Creyke/Ilam/Maidstone Roads). The next stage involves work along Maidstone Road, which is expected to take until mid-2026 to complete.
The contractor will start with trenching and excavation works down Maidstone Road in a westerly direction.
Works include:
- Pumping water from below the ground to allow for trenching and excavation works.
- Trenching and excavation works.
- Installation of new pipes and road sealing.
Traffic impacts
There will be traffic management in place while the work is being completed, including shoulder and lane closures, one-way systems and the temporary removal of on-street parking. We will update you about any changes as the project progresses.
The main traffic impact during this next stage is:
- One-way traffic on Maidstone Road, between Ilam Road and Waimairi Road, travelling west direction only.
There will be no entry to Maidstone Road from Waimairi Road. Signposted detours will be in place for affected traffic travelling east. A 30km/h speed limit will be in place so we can keep our workers and everyone safe.
Traffic management currently in place will be removed. Ilam Road will reopen at the intersection of Creyke/Ilam/Maidstone Roads, and on Creyke Road, two-way traffic will be reinstated.
Please follow the signage and keep an eye out for changes in traffic management.
Stay updated on the project and likely impacts at ccc.govt.nz/ilam-wastewater
We know this work can be disruptive, and we appreciate your co-operation and understanding.
Information for residents and businesses
- Diversions and traffic management will be in place. Careful planning has been undertaken to minimise disruption where possible.
- Water services and power will be maintained.
- Bins can be put out as usual.
- Any changes to bus routes will be shown with signage. For information on bus routes, visit metroinfo.co.nz
- Driveway access to properties will be maintained. However, we may need to work in front of driveways at times. We will try and give you plenty of notice for this. If you need to get in and out of your property and we are in your way, please just talk to one of the Dormer Construction staff members and they will make sure you can use your driveway.
- There will be increased construction noise and vibration at times, but we will do our best to keep this to a minimum.
Noise
There may be increased noise, dust and vibrations during work but it shouldn’t impact on your power, water, gas or phone services.
Safety
Safety is our biggest priority so please keep children and pets away from worksites.
Bins
Please put your bins out as usual before 6am on your collection day. Our crew will move and return them if needed.
