Drinking water pipeline upgrade for Waitohu Valley Reservoir in Ōtaki

Work will begin in January to lay a new pipeline between the existing Waitohu Reservoir and the new Ōtaki Reservoir reports Kāpiti Coast District Council.

Council’s Group Manager Infrastructure and Asset Management, Sean Mallon says the new pipeline will replace an ageing pipe and future proof the area for a possible second new reservoir.

“The installation of the new pipeline will begin in early January and is expected to be completed by July 2026,” said Mr Mallon.

“The pipes will be laid mostly along the berm on Waitohu Valley Road from the existing reservoir to the reticulation network on Te Manuao Road. One lane will be closed around the worksite during installation of the pipeline.

Construction has also started on a new pump station on road reserve on Waitohu Valley Road.

The new pipeline follows the recent completion of a 5.5-million litre reservoir on Te Manuao Road. The drinking water network upgrades are part of $50 million infrastructure upgrades underway in Ōtaki supported by $29.3 million of Crown funding.

This pipe upgrade will make our water supply more resilient. It’s part of Council’s commitment to providing excellent water services to our community.