Rand Water has announced a significant maintenance schedule from May 29 to July 21, 2025, aimed at enhancing the capacity, reliability, and efficiency of its water supply infrastructure. This planned maintenance will impact various municipalities across Gauteng, the North West, and parts of Mpumalanga.infrastructurenews.co.za+1infrastructurenews.co.za+1timeslive.co.za
Key Maintenance Activities
- Mapleton Pumping Station: From May 29 to June 2, 2025, Rand Water will undertake critical work to connect the newly constructed B16 pipeline to Engine Room 3 at the Mapleton Booster Pumping Station. This will result in no pumping during this period.infrastructurenews.co.za+1enca.com+1
- Palmiet System: On June 3, 2025, from 6:00 AM to 4:00 PM, the Klipriviersberg isolation for cleaning and inspection will reduce pumping to 67% capacity for 10 hours.infrastructurenews.co.za
- Zuikerbosch Plant: From June 30 to July 2, 2025, pipe leak repairs will cause a 6-hour cessation of pumping, followed by a gradual increase to 80% capacity over several days.infrastructurenews.co.za
- Vereeniging Sedimentation Tank: From June 30 to July 21, 2025, cleaning operations will cause a 6-hour cessation of pumping, with a gradual increase to 80% capacity over several days.
- Zwartkopjes Station: From June 30 to July 2, 2025, valve replacements will result in no pumping during the maintenance period.
Impact on Water Supply
Residents in the affected areas may experience low water pressure or intermittent supply during the maintenance periods. Municipalities have been notified in advance to implement contingency measures and manage water storage effectively.timeslive.co.za
Preparation and Mitigation
Residents are encouraged to store sufficient water in advance to mitigate potential disruptions. Municipalities are deploying water tankers and other measures to ensure continued access to water during maintenance activities.
Conclusion
While the maintenance may cause temporary inconveniences, it is essential for ensuring the long-term reliability and efficiency of the water supply system. Rand Water appreciates the public’s understanding and cooperation during this critical maintenance period.
Sources
Planned Rand Water Maintenance to affect Johannesburg Water systems in June and July 2025
https://www.timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2025-05-27-rand-water-maintenance-to-hit-gauteng-north-west-from-thursday/