Ethekwini Point - 800mm Diameter Pipeline across Durban CBD
Infrastructure Development

Ethekwini Point - 800mm Diameter Pipeline across Durban CBD

Design and construction monitoring of a DN800 Steel Water main along Anton Lembede Street and Mahatma Gandhi Road, supporting the new Point precinct development.

Ethekwini Metro Municipality
Completed In Progress

Project Overview

The project entailed design and construction monitoring of a DN800 Steel Water main along Anton Lembede Street from Alexander Street (CH 0 000) to Mahatma Gandhi Road (CH 2250) and along Mahatma Gandhi Road from Anton Lembede Street (CH 2 250) to Camperdown Road (CH 4 150). The purpose of the project is one of the critical services that are currently being upgraded to meet the near-future development demands which shall see the new Point precinct developing in a multi-billion dollar economy of eThekwini Metro Municipality, in line with the city's integrated development plan.

The Challenge

The project required careful coordination of major infrastructure work in a busy CBD area, ensuring minimal disruption to existing services and traffic while implementing critical water supply upgrades.

Our Solution

Our team implemented a systematic approach to design, construction monitoring, and quality control, ensuring all works meet municipal standards while supporting future development needs.

Results

Successfully delivered critical water infrastructure upgrades that support the Point precinct's development while maintaining service continuity.

Key Features

  • 4150m of DN800 steel water main installation
  • Associated valves and chamber structures
  • Road surface remedial works
  • Connection to existing AC reticulation
  • Paving area refurbishment (20,000m²)
  • Contract Administration and Inspection

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Project Details

Client
Ethekwini Metro Municipality
Category
Infrastructure Development
Completion Date
In Progress

Specifications

Study Period
October 2019 – In Progress
Consultant Team
Nako Illiso Consulting Engineers (Main), Globtek Consulting
Contact Person
Mrs Nasreen Arabi
Role
Project Supervisor
Contact
031 311 4733
Email
Nasreen.Arabi@durban.gov.za