Old pipes, flooded streets: Glenharvie’s water woes continue
A Glenharvie resident says old pipes and slow repairs are leaving streets flooded.
Despite numerous water leaks in the Glenharvie area being reported and repaired, residents continue to face flooded streets.
Resident Danie Swart explained that there are between eight and 10 leaks in the area, varying in size. He added that repairs often take weeks, and sometimes months, to complete.
Swart also noted that when a leak is repaired, problems persist with leftover tar on sidewalks, and the holes dug to fix the leaks are often filled only with sand. This is done to monitor whether the leak reoccurs after repair.
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He added that the reason there is currently less flooding is due to ongoing difficulties with the water supply in the area.
According to Swart, the problem stems from old infrastructure, and he believes Rand West City Local Municipality (RWCLM) lacks the funds to replace it.
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“Even when repairs are done, residents face long periods without a water supply,” he said.
RWCLM was approached for comment, but none had been received by the time of publishing. An update will be provided once a response is given.
