The Graben Southern Water Works
Information and updates about The Graben Southern Water Works
Following discussions between the IW Council, Southern Vectis, Southern Water and Island Roads, it has been decided to put back the start of Southern Water work at The Graben, Newport Road, Ventnor, by one week.
By doing so, we can ensure that Southern Vectis will have the capacity to provide bus services in and around the area. This includes shuttlebuses to serve St Francis Primary School pupils.
There had been a risk that, due to the demands of the Isle of Wight Festival, this might not have been possible without a date change.
The work is now scheduled to start on Monday 24 June 2024 and last two weeks.
Work is required at the Graben for Southern Water to carry out much-needed repairs to its infrastructure. The resounding message from a recent public meeting in Ventnor was that it was best to undertake the required work as soon as possible rather than risk the situation becoming worse meaning more lengthy emergency repair works may be required later in the year. This could be at the height of the tourism season and without advance warning.
The location is a particularly difficult one, with five-metre-deep excavations required. Southern Water will be working extended hours to keep the project on track – or ahead of schedule if at all possible.
Southern Water has a comprehensive communications plan in place to keep residents informed of developments in respect of work. This includes a letter drop to around 9,500 homes from Friday 31 May 2024 and also text alerts to residents.
Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
List of frequently asked questions and answers on the works by Southern Water on The Graben
Contact:
Email: coastal.recovery@iow.gov.uk