Stormwater & Flood Protection

Managing 915 km of underground stormwater pipes, 45 pump stations, 710 treatment basins/wetlands, and 12 km of stop banks.

This is a $95.0M stormwater project across Christchurch, currently in progress.

Managing 915 km of underground stormwater pipes, 45 pump stations, 710 treatment basins/wetlands, and 12 km of stop banks. Includes flood protection and climate adaptation measures.

Why This Project Matters

Protects homes and businesses from flooding. The June 2025 floods showed exactly why this investment is critical for every resident.

Latest Update

Renewal at 40% of depreciation (reduced from post-earthquake high of 203%). Temporary stop bank repairs funded. Climate adaptation embedded.

Budget Details

DetailValue
Total Budget$95.0M
CategoryStormwater
WardCitywide
StatusIn Progress

Data & Sources

Budget and project data: CCC Long Term Plan 2024–2034, orbviz.com capital programme API. Research source: LTP 2024-2034, Infrastructure Strategy. Budget figures from CCC capital programme. Scope and status from official CCC communications and council agenda reports. Data as at March 2026.

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