Lambton Residents have expressed frustration over the inconsistent water supply, prompting the city to address the situation.
According to city spokesperson Zweli Dlamini, the area’s high demand for water is the primary cause.
“When the Russel Road reservoir drops below 10%, some high-lying areas struggle with water pressure, especially in the afternoon after businesses close.
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“The reservoir supplies many industries, leading to significant draw-off during the day,” Dlamini explained.
He said the city cannot predict when residents will be affected by these unplanned events.
“We can only inform residents during planned shutdowns, but unfortunately, these disruptions are unscheduled,” he said.
In response to inquiries from Germiston City News about solutions and timelines, Dlamini said the city’s Department of Water and Sanitation has requested a larger meter connection from Rand Water.
This application was made and paid for in 2017, but Rand Water has faced design and procurement challenges, delaying implementation.
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“The latest communication from Rand Water indicates that the construction of this connection should be completed by December 2024. We remain optimistic that it will meet this deadline,” Dlamini added.
Meanwhile, the department has devised a contingency plan.
“A supply pipeline from the Rand Water meter connection to the Russel Road reservoir has been designed.
“A contractor will be appointed to begin construction in the 2024/25 financial year, starting on July 1, 2024 and ending on June 30, 2025,” Dlamini said.
