Hi all.

I'd like to take this chance to introduce myself; I', Dave Eden the Esh-Stantec Project Manager who will be running the construction of the new storm tank for Northumbrian Water.

We started on site on 28th of October, setting up site cabins, fencing and general work areas.

Since then, we have repaired an existing surface water main which was damaged prior to our arrival. The main was both damaged and blocked and as such was contributing to localised flooding immediately outside of the Sewage Treatment Works (STW). The main is now free running so we should see an immediate improvement. Perhaps Storm Bert will give us a demonstration.

We have also carried out a number of investigations in the form of trial holes and pipe tracing to ensure the new storm tank and associated pipework do now impact on the existing services and structures. These will likely be ongoing intermittently for some time.

As of this week we have agreed access with the landowner for the field immediately east of the STW, so we have started installing temporary fencing and stripping topsoil with a view to installing a stone access road and works area that will give us the room we need to install the new storm shaft. The shaft itself will be inside the existing STW boundary.

That's all for now, thanks for taking the time to read and please have a look at the attached photos.

Dave Eden, Project Manager

I would like to take this opportunity to introduce myself. I am Jonathan Shaw, Northumbrian Water’s Project Manager and I will be looking after this scheme through to its completion. The scheme will be delivered by Northumbrian Water’s delivery partner Esh Stantec. 

Starting during November 2024 we will be carrying out construction works at Great Ayton Sewage Treatment Works to improve the site's compliance resilience. The work will comprise of the installation of a new storm tank, which will help prevent spills to the environment.

As the project develops I will keep you informed about our plans and progress, by sharing our proposals with you on this portal. I am very interested to understand your views. 

The team will post regular updates throughout the construction phase of the project and if you have any questions or want to make us aware of any additional assistance you require from us then please use the ‘Contact us’ button at the top of this page or post on this feed.

If you prefer a telephone conversation or require any further information or advice, please contact our Customer Centre on 0345 717 1100 or visit www.nwl.co.uk to request a call back from the project team.

Kind regards

Jonathan