Planned maintenance to affect water pressure in parts of Pretoria

Tshwane has warned residents of low water pressure as a result of planned maintenance set for Sunday, January 21.

The metro was informed by Rand Water about an expected reduction in water pressure at two of its systems.

“Rand Water has informed Tshwane about the planned maintenance by Eskom on a transformer supplying the Zuikerbosch Water Treatment Plant, which may impact water supply within Rand Water’s distribution network on Wednesday, January 21,” it said.

The maintenance is scheduled to start at 08:00 and is expected to be completed by 15:00.

“The maintenance is conducted to ensure compliance with occupational health and requirements,” said metro spokesperson, Selby Bokaba.

He said the pumping capacity of the Palmiet system would be reduced by 23%, while that of the Mapleton system would be reduced by 25%.

“Residents within the city’s Region 1, 2, 3, 4 and 6 jurisdictions are thus cautioned about the anticipated low water pressure in the system on the said day,” said Bokaba.

He urged residents to use water sparingly during the planned maintenance.

Water leaks, burst pipes and all incidents where water is being wasted can be reported at 012 358 9999, 080 1111 556, or 012 358 9060 for illegal water connections.

The Mapleton system supplies water to the eastern parts of Tshwane, while the Palmiet system supplies the west.

The affected areas include:

– Corobrik Plant: Grootfontein 394-JR, Mooikloof manor ext. 2

– Carina Street reservoir: Alphen Park, Erasmusrand, Garsfontein 374-JR, Groenkloof 358- JR, Monument Park (all extensions), Sterrewag, Waterkloof (all extensions), Waterkloof Ridge (all extensions)

– Nellmapius (all extensions)

– Sammy Marks Museum meter

– Savannah: The Blyde Christal Villa, Savannah Country Estate and N4 Gateway.

– Shere meter: Bronberg (all extensions).

– Woodlands Mall meter: Mooikloof Ridge.

– Mooikloof reservoir: Faerie Glen (all extensions), Garsfontein.

– Waverley HL reservoir: Bergtuin, East Lynne (all extensions), Koedoespoort (all extensions), Villieria and Waverley.

– Magalieskruin reservoir: Hartebeestfontein 324-JR and Wonderboom Mamelodi R1 Reservoir: Mamelodi, Mamelodi ext. 13, 27 and 34, and Mamelodi 608-JR.

– Mamelodi R2 reservoir: Mamelodi, Mamelodi 608-JR, and Mamelodi ext. 1.

– Montana reservoir: Annlin, Christiaanville, Cynthia Vale, Derdepoort Park and Doornpoort.

– Klapperkop reservoir: Arcadia, Blackmoor 347-JR, Bryntirion, Capital Park (all extensions), Daspoort 319-JR, Deerness, Eastclyffe, Eastwood, Eloff Estate 320-JR, Gezina, Groenkloof, Kilberry, Lisdogan Park, Lynnwood, Monument Park (all extensions), Pretoria Town and Townlands 351-JR.

Residents are urged to make use of the following water-saving tips:

– Don’t water or irrigate gardens with hosepipes or sprinkler systems between 06:00 and 18:00.
– Don’t wash vehicles with hosepipes.
– Don’t fill up swimming pools.
– Install a low-flow shower head and tap aerators where possible.
– Use a dual-flush toilet cistern.
– Plant indigenous or drought-resistant shrubs in the garden.
– Use a broom instead of a hosepipe when cleaning driveways or patios.
– Collect rainwater to reuse in the garden or wash the car.
– Cover the swimming pool to reduce water evaporation.
– Take a short shower rather than a bath.
– Close a running tap while brushing teeth or shaving.
– Regularly check toilets and taps for leaks.

Residents are urged to continue using grey water to water gardens and flush toilets. Where possible, water-saving devices should be installed.

*Please note the article has been amended

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