Gunidgera weir gate coating underway

Starting next week, locals can expect to see the installation of scaffolding, surface preparation, and the application of a new protective coating to the weir.

“This is the second weir to be targeted as part of the Northern NSW Coating Program,” WaterNSW General Manager Regional Operations North Michelle Yeaman said.

“We’re progressively rolling out this program to protect assets from deterioration and improve their resilience to environmental factors, extending their life by up to 25 years.”

Work will start on Thursday 15 June and take about 10 weeks to complete, weather permitting.

“These works will ensure that Gunidgera weir continues to provide a service to our customers, including management of water diversion in to Pian Creek.”

Work will take place between 7:00 am to 6:00 pm Monday to Friday and 8:00 am to 4:00 pm on Saturday & Sunday.

No noisy works will be undertaken on Saturday after 1.00 pm and Sunday. There will be no work on public holidays or nightworks.

“To minimise impacts to the community and customers, work will be completed outside the irrigation season and will not impact nearby recreational activities including fishing, water-skiing or barbeque areas.”

For more information on the work visit Northern NSW coating program.