Shemula Water Purification
Mhlatuze Water
Client
1996
Start Date
1997
Completion Date
R15.6 million
Project Value
Kwa Zulu Natal
Location
PROJECT DATA:
- Water purification
- 12km distribution water pipelines
- Raw water pump line
- Filter beds
- Concrete work, filter gallery, access roads, pipelines, fencing, buildings
PROJECT OVERVIEW:
- The water purification plant was located in rural KZN. This provided additional challenges in the logistics as it was a remote area.
- The project had an Economic Development obligation to employ local people and to develop basic skills.
- Engkon took away several learnings from this project – In particular, the technical knowledge of water purification; other technology knowledge such as filter beds; and the ability to build relationships with the local community.
WATER & HYDRO