Air Scouring - Kingaroy Drinking Water Supply Scheme
As a part of Council’s routine maintenance programs Council will be conducting an air scouring program across the entire Kingaroy drinking water supply scheme in the upcoming weeks.
“Council is committed to ensuring the long-term sustainability and efficiency of our water infrastructure. Air scouring of water mains is an effective “non aggressive” method of cleaning the water mains,” said Mayor Kathy Duff.
Air scouring is a mixture of potable water and compressed air which is injected into the water mains to remove biofilm, and unwanted sediments settled on the inside of the pipes. The air and water increase the velocity in the main causing an abrasive action to scour the pipework clean. Water is flushed by a number of downstream hydrants to ensure there is no increase in pressure and ensure water quality is maintained.
Benefits of air scouring include:
- Improves the efficiency and reliability of our water network,
- Removes iron and manganese sediments,
- Increases the efficiency of disinfection residuals,
- Ensures delivery of safe drinking water to meet Australian Drinking Water Guidelines.
Affected residents will be advised by letter box drop of the programmed works, and a fact sheet will be supplied with additional information.
Council apologises for any inconvenience and thanks you for your patience and encourages residents to keep reporting discoloured water by contacting Council’s Water and Wastewater branch on 4189 9100 or email info@sbrc.qld.gov.au.
