Major sewer upgrades underway at Ballarto Road in Clyde

South East Water is investing in critical infrastructure upgrades in one of Melbourne’s booming suburbs Clyde, supporting sustainable growth and future-proofing essential wastewater services.

Investigative works are now underway on 2 major projects – the Ballarto Road Pump Station and the Ballarto Road Rising Sewer Main - in partnership with industry partners Abergeldie, BMD, KBR (ABK) and Beca, Fulton Hogan, Interflow (BFHI).

ABK has conducted the investigative works for the emergency storage tank at Ballarto Road Pump Station. This is part of the first phase of upgrade works to increase the capacity of the pump station to meet the growing demands of the Clyde area. Major future upgrades include construction of new above-ground infrastructure including a new pump station building, chemical dosing plant and vent stack, as well as underground storage.

BFHI has completed investigative works for the Ballarto Road Sewer Rising Main set to deliver 16 km of new pipeline connecting Clyde to South East Water’s Pakenham Water Recycling Plant. 

Together these projects will boost sewerage capacity, reduce spill risk and future-proof wastewater services for thousands of new homes and businesses in the area.

South East Water General Manager Liveable Water Solutions Charlie Littlefair said the upgrades were essential to meet the growing demands of the Clyde community and ensure the network continued to operate safely and reliably.

“We’re investing in infrastructure that supports one of Melbourne’s fastest-growing communities while meeting the challenges of a growing population.

“We’re proud to support Victoria’s housing priorities by building essential wastewater networks that enable sustainable development in growth corridors like Clyde,” Mr Littlefair said.   

Delivered by ABK and BFHI under the utility’s Integrated Planning and Delivery model, Ballarto Road is among the utility’s top 10 projects outlined in its Price Submission 2023–28. 

South East Water is also progressing the Tuckers Road Recycled Water Main Project in nearby Clyde North, which will deliver 2.5 km of new pipeline to meet rising demand for recycled water in the area. 

Investigative works are underway to support the design phase, with construction expected to follow. 

Together, these projects reflect South East Water’s commitment to sustainable and reliable water and wastewater services across Melbourne’s growth corridor.  

For more information visit Upgrades | South East Water.