Routine Maintenance on St Saviour's Reservoir

The first phase, expected to take three weeks, will see a rope team abseil down and across the wall face to remove vegetation.  

Once completed, work will commence on the water-side of the wall, where a cantilevered platform will be constructed to allow teams access. From here they will undertake localised concrete repairs so the reservoir wall remains in good condition. The remainder of the Millennium Walk is open as usual, to access it please park in the Rue Des Choffins side, (what3words: pigtail.shakily.educated). 

Capital Delivery Manager Carl Falla explained why the work was happening at this time of year. 

"We timed this work for the summer because the water levels need to be lower. With rainfall in July alone 214% above usual, plus Saturday's deluge, it's fair to say our water storage levels are higher than expected. Currently we have stopped filling St Saviour's reservoir so the levels naturally fall before the works commence. 

"Both sets of work need equipment placed within the walkway, which is why we have to close it to the public. It is an intricate and time-consuming job, critical to ensuring it remains safe, in good condition and serves us for many generations to come."