Did you know that the Shire maintains an extensive network of urban water mains spanning an impressive 302 kilometres?
This extensive infrastructure plays a crucial role in delivering essential water services to homes and businesses.
Maintaining and expanding this water mains network is a significant undertaking that requires careful planning and investment. Council has committed more than $5.8 million to operate and maintain water services to its 6,669 customers in the 2023/24 Budget.
In June 2022, a new long-term treated water storage facility in Home Hill was completed, marking a substantial enhancement in water security for the community. This achievement was made possible through a collaboration between the Queensland Government and the Burdekin Shire Council, which jointly funded the construction of Home Hill's 5ML Reservoir.
A key project completed during the year was the upgrade of the Ayr/Brandon Water Supply through the construction of a new 10 Megalitre reservoir which provides vastly improved treated water storage capacity and greatly improves the resiliency of the system in the event of disruptions or natural disasters. The project was fully funded by the State Government. This key piece of infrastructure was brought into service in December 2022 and is an integral element in enhancing the security and reliability of the Ayr/Brandon Water Supply network.
Council also revised and updated its Drinking Water Quality Management Plan to recognise significant water treatment upgrades in both the Home Hill and Ayr Water Supply’s with the inclusion of new Ultra Violet and Sodium Hypochlorite disinfection infrastructure which enhance the drinking water quality and safety.
In addition, Council has continued its inspection and maintenance program on all water and sewerage network infrastructure, ensuring its reliability into the future.
The 302 kilometres of water mains in the Burdekin are a vital lifeline that ensures the community's access to one of life's most essential resources – clean, safe and reliable water.
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