McLaren Street Mount Barker upgrade
Works are underway to upgrade important wastewater infrastructure along McLaren Street. These works are part of our commitment to keeping your wastewater services safe, reliable, and ready for the future.
What’s happening
We’ll be replacing the ageing wastewater main along McLaren Street, from the southern end of the road through to the Gawler Street intersection, including the nearby linear trail corridor.
The new pipeline will:
- fix ongoing damage to the existing infrastructure
- help prevent unexpected service issues
- provide extra capacity to support future growth in the area
Why this work is needed
The current pipeline has started to deteriorate, and renewing it now helps us avoid future disruptions to homes and businesses. This proactive approach ensures the wastewater network remains reliable, resilient, and capable of supporting the community's needs well into the future .
This upgrade is part of GMB Water’s broader program to renew essential assets before they reach the end of their service life.
What you may notice
To ensure the safety of all road users and pedestrians, traffic and pedestrian controls will be in place throughout the construction period. Due to the open-trench work required, some temporary impacts are expected:
- Some pedestrian access along sections of McLaren Street will be temporarily closed at times and detours will be in place for walkers and trail users
- Traffic conditions may vary as the construction progresses
- Night works are planned for the Mann Street intersection
When possible, we encourage road users and pedestrians to plan ahead and where possible consider alternative routes to help minimise delays.
How long the works will take
Construction is expected to take around four to eight weeks, depending on weather and site conditions. Our team will work efficiently to complete the upgrade while maintaining high safety and quality standards.
Thank you for your patience
We appreciate your understanding while we complete these essential works. This upgrade will help ensure the wastewater system continues to operate safely and reliably — now and into the future.