Incoming water supply disruptions to these Cape Town areas this week

The City of Cape Town has advised that various areas will experience water supply disruptions this week as the City's Water and Sanitation Directorate conducts planned work on its water supply infrastructure.

Residents in affected areas are advised that water supplies may be disrupted and are encouraged to plan ahead for alternative water supply arrangements during this time.

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Zero-pressure tests, step tests and conditional assessments

Mowbray, Salt River and Woodstock

Zero-pressure tests will be conducted on the main water supply to these areas and will result in the intermittent disruption or momentary halting of the water supply.

Maintenance work – Pipe and valve installations, repairs and replacements

Mowbray, Rosebank, Rondebosch, Newlands, Claremont, Kenilworth and Wynberg

The Water and Sanitation Directorate will be shutting down its Newlands Reservoir for maintenance. Residents in these areas may experience lower than usual water pressure during this period.

Pressure management installations and operations

Zero-pressure testing and step testing form part of the installation process for the City's pressure management technology. Tests are done in advance to determine if any unmapped inflows need to be considered before the instalment of smart pressure-reducing valves (PRV).

Residents in affected areas may experience low water pressure or no water supply during this overnight testing period.

Conditional testing ensures that the PRVs in the water supply network are operating effectively and managing the pressure at the determined settings to preserve the pipeline's lifespan and reduce the occurance of pipe bursts and water wastages.

Residents in affected areas may experience fluctuations in water pressure during this period.

This work forms part of the Water and Sanitation Directorate's infrastructure maintenance programme to ensure the future continuity of the City's water supply.

What to expect

The City advises that maintenance work can sometimes be more complex than anticipated, resulting in longer-than-expected periods of water supply disruptions.

For a short period after water supply is restored, the water may be discoloured or milky in appearance due to the presence of trapped air in the pipes. If left to stand, the water will become clear in colour again.

How to prepare

Residents are encouraged to keep taps closed to prevent any water loss and/or damage, as well as store enough water in clean, sealed containers to last during this period.

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