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Kalperri Road Tank Site Sandy Creek
Tank construction works will continue through to late 2026.
To maintain the project schedule, we will be working some Sundays.
What: Works will continue during standard construction hours of 6.00 am to 5.00 pm Monday to Saturday. Additional works will also be undertaken on Sundays between 7.00 am and 5.00 pm.
When: Sunday 12 July 2026 – Sunday 2 August 2026
Why: To maintain the project schedule and maximise available construction time and help offset weather-related disruptions experienced during recent weeks.
Light activities at the tank site will occur on Sundays during the notified work hours.
Access to properties on Kalperri Road will be maintained.
The noise and traffic will be significantly less than during weekday works.
Existing speed restrictions will remain in place for the safety of road users and construction personnel.
Kalperri Road Tank Site Sandy Creek
Tank construction works will continue through to late 2026.
To maintain the project schedule, we will be working some Sundays.
What: Works will continue during standard construction hours of 6.00 am to 5.00 pm Monday to Saturday. Additional works will also be undertaken on Sundays between 7.00 am and 5.00 pm.
When: Sunday 12 July 2026 – Sunday 2 August 2026
Why: To maintain the project schedule and maximise available construction time and help offset weather-related disruptions experienced during recent weeks.
Light activities at the tank site will occur on Sundays during the notified work hours.
Access to properties on Kalperri Road will be maintained.
The noise and traffic will be significantly less than during weekday works.
Existing speed restrictions will remain in place for the safety of road users and construction personnel.
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Between June through to October, we will be preparing to bring new tanks and supporting infrastructure at the Sandy Creek site online and connect to the existing network.
What to expect
- water being released into the Sandy Creek natural creek bed, entering via council swales off Kalperri Road and flowing through nearby properties
- temporary fencing and equipment set up at various points around the site
- some works will occur 24/7, including overnight
- planned network outages with advance notice provided to impacted customers.
- potential temporary impacts to water pressure and quality
Discharging schedule is subject to change dependent on the weather. Large rain events may delay or decrease the volume rate of discharge.
Between June through to October, we will be preparing to bring new tanks and supporting infrastructure at the Sandy Creek site online and connect to the existing network.
What to expect
- water being released into the Sandy Creek natural creek bed, entering via council swales off Kalperri Road and flowing through nearby properties
- temporary fencing and equipment set up at various points around the site
- some works will occur 24/7, including overnight
- planned network outages with advance notice provided to impacted customers.
- potential temporary impacts to water pressure and quality
Discharging schedule is subject to change dependent on the weather. Large rain events may delay or decrease the volume rate of discharge.
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When: 7 April to December 2026
Where: Between Kalperri Road and Kalbeeba Road, Sandy Creek
Hours of work: Monday to Saturday, 7.00am – 5.00pm (with some night works as required)
- crews will be installing a new 1.2km water main alongside the existing network to increase capacity and reliability
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works will take place on private land between Kalperri Road and Kalbeeba Road
- construction activities will include excavators, cranes and truck movements to and from site
- arborist works are scheduled for mid-April to support pipe installation
- you may notice noise, dust and general construction activity during these works
- speed restrictions will remain in place on Kalperri Road, with any traffic changes communicated in advance
- access to properties will be maintained, and advance notice will be provided if water supply is temporarily impacted.
These works form part of SA Water’s broader infrastructure upgrades to support growth and maintain reliable services across the region.
We appreciate your patience while we complete these important works.
When: 7 April to December 2026
Where: Between Kalperri Road and Kalbeeba Road, Sandy Creek
Hours of work: Monday to Saturday, 7.00am – 5.00pm (with some night works as required)
- crews will be installing a new 1.2km water main alongside the existing network to increase capacity and reliability
-
works will take place on private land between Kalperri Road and Kalbeeba Road
- construction activities will include excavators, cranes and truck movements to and from site
- arborist works are scheduled for mid-April to support pipe installation
- you may notice noise, dust and general construction activity during these works
- speed restrictions will remain in place on Kalperri Road, with any traffic changes communicated in advance
- access to properties will be maintained, and advance notice will be provided if water supply is temporarily impacted.
These works form part of SA Water’s broader infrastructure upgrades to support growth and maintain reliable services across the region.
We appreciate your patience while we complete these important works.
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As we upgrade our water and wastewater networks, we’d love to hear from you. Your feedback helps us understand what’s working well and where we can improve. Visit this link to have your say.
Read our Community Newsletter for updates on works happening near you, how we’re working to minimise disruptions, and ways to stay informed.
As we upgrade our water and wastewater networks, we’d love to hear from you. Your feedback helps us understand what’s working well and where we can improve. Visit this link to have your say.
Read our Community Newsletter for updates on works happening near you, how we’re working to minimise disruptions, and ways to stay informed.
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When: Late March 2025 until 2026
Hours of work: 7:00 am – 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday with some weekends as required
Key details:
- earthwork starting in late March followed by the construction of tanks and instillation of pipes
- during works, traffic management may be in place adjacent to the work locations
- local access will be maintained
- expect some noise, dust and vibration
- We will manage works to minimise disturbances as much as possible.
Read more about how we restore any roads, footpaths or the environment impacted by our works.
When: Late March 2025 until 2026
Hours of work: 7:00 am – 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday with some weekends as required
Key details:
- earthwork starting in late March followed by the construction of tanks and instillation of pipes
- during works, traffic management may be in place adjacent to the work locations
- local access will be maintained
- expect some noise, dust and vibration
- We will manage works to minimise disturbances as much as possible.
Read more about how we restore any roads, footpaths or the environment impacted by our works.
Metro Growth Community Newsletter June 2026 (1.16 MB) (pdf)
