New water main on the way for Warnertown

Almost 3,000 metres of water main is set to be replaced in Warnertown as part of efforts by SA Water to improve water services for local customers.

Commencing in mid-November, the work will install approximately 2,960 metres of new PVC pipe underneath Hatters Road, between the Wilkins and Augusta Highways.

SA Water’s General Manager of Sustainable Infrastructure Peter Seltsikas said the upgrade forms part of the utility’s 4-year, $287 million water main management program.

“This upgrade ensures we can continue to provide reliable water services to our local customers in Warnertown well into the future,” Peter said.

“While it is difficult to stop pipe leaks and breaks occurring due to environmental factors such as soil movement and weather, our proactive water main replacement program is just one way we can proactively seek to limit their frequency and impact.

“The pipe being installed is made from PVC, which is renowned for being more flexible and resistant to movement than other pipe materials, such as cast-iron or fibre cement.”

Construction is expected to be completed in April 2027, with works typically occurring from Monday to Friday between 7am and 5pm.

“Traffic management will be in place to ensure the safety of our crews completing the project, with Hatters Road closed for traffic, except for use by local residents,” Peter said.

“We will also ensure our customers are notified of any temporary water supply interruptions that are necessary when we move their connections over from the old to new pipes.”

For more information on where SA Water is upgrading water mains around South Australia, visit the

interactive map at sawater.com.au.