New Infrastructure ensuring Water Security for Mendooran

Additional water supplies for the Mendooran Township have been secured by upgrading and connecting the Old River Pump Station in Mendooran. 

“Emergency funding was secured from the NSW Government through the Drought and Emergency Relief for Regional Town Water Supplies to ensure water security for Mendooran by upgrading and connecting the Old River Pump Station,” said Warrumbungle Shire Council Mayor, Councillor Ambrose Doolan. “Having another Pump Station operational in Mendooran will allow for additional water supplies for the residents in times of severe drought.” 

“This funding has been used to install a new electrical control cabinet and purchase a new pump as well as the integration of the Old River Pump Station into the Water Treatment Plant,” Cr Doolan explained. 

“The Old River Pump Station is located downstream of the township approximately 100m from the bridge. This Pump Station was originally Mendooran’s primary water supply source prior to the new Water Treatment Plant being built, so it is great to see it restored to working order for the township,” said Cr Doolan.  

Council engaged a contractor to install this new infrastructure which commenced July 2020.

“Council is very thankful to the NSW Government for this funding allowing Mendooran residents the water security they need to future proof their town,” said Cr Doolan. 

“The new infrastructure has now been commissioned and can be operational at any point in time going forward which will secure Mendooran’s water supply for the future,” concluded Cr Doolan. 

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Photo: Installation of new pump at the Old River Pump Station Mendooran.

Last Updated: 25 Nov 2020