In a move to ensure the reliability and efficiency of its water infrastructure, Rand Water is set to embark on an extensive proactive maintenance programme from June 22 to July 29. This initiative aims to preserve the quality and integrity of the infrastructure, reduce long-term maintenance costs, and increase the lifespan of assets.
As part of its asset management strategy, Rand Water will conduct two types of maintenance: proactive (planned) and unplanned. The proactive maintenance is scheduled and focused on preserving the quality, integrity, and lifespan of the water infrastructure.
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To ensure reliability during the higher demand summer season, Rand Water plans its maintenance during the low-water demand season in winter or during the December holiday season. The entity has engaged with its municipal customers and notified them about the upcoming maintenance project to ensure they have a 21-day period to plan and prepare.
The planned maintenance work will affect several systems, including Eikenhof, Zwartkopjes and Palmiet. The affected areas include various municipalities, including Johannesburg Water, Ekurhuleni, Tshwane, and others. Below are only the water outages which will impact Joburg North.
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24 June 2024
Systems Affected:
Zwartkopjes System
No pumping at Daleside for 4
hours.
Zwartkopjes will be pumping at 50%.
Areas Affected:
– Johannesburg Water
– Ekurhuleni
24–27 June 2024
Systems Affected:
Eikenhof System
Eikenhof will be pumping at 50%
for 8 hours and 67% for the
remaining 64 hours.
26 June–13 July 2024
Systems Affected:
Eikenhof System
Eikenhof will be pumping at 83%
for 15 days.
Areas Affected:
– Johannesburg Water
– Mogale City
– Merafong City
– Rand West City
– Madibeng
– Rustenburg
– Royal Bafokeng
– Mines and Industries
24 June 2024
Systems Affected:
Zwartkopjes System
– No pumping at Daleside for
4 hours.
– Zwartkopjes will be pumping
at 50%.
Areas Affected:
– Johannesburg Water
– Ekurhuleni
01 July 2024
Systems Affected:
Palmiet System
Palmiet will be pumping at 60%
for 8 hours.
Areas Affected:
– Johannesburg Water,
– Ekurhuleni
– Tshwane
– Madibeng
– Industries
15 July 2024
Systems Affected:
Palmiet System
Palmiet pumping will be reduced
to 68% for 50 hours.
Areas Affected:
– Johannesburg Water
– Ekurhuleni
– Tshwane
– Madibeng
– Industries
Rand Water will provide updates throughout the maintenance period to ensure that customers are informed of any changes or disruptions. The entity is committed to ensuring uninterrupted water supply for the current and future generation.
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