WW Riccarton Interceptor (Upper Riccarton)

A new 600mm diameter gravity main along Maidstone Road, Creyke Road and Clyde Road from the intersection of Maidstone Road and Waimairi Road to the intersection with University Drive and Clyde Road.

This is a $15.0M water & waste project in Riccarton, Christchurch, currently in progress.

A new 600mm diameter gravity main along Maidstone Road, Creyke Road and Clyde Road from the intersection of Maidstone Road and Waimairi Road to the intersection with University Drive and Clyde Road. The objective of the project is to increase capacity in the Riccarton Interceptor catchment to reduce overflows to the environment and provide for growth in the upper catchment (airport, Dakota Park, Memorial Avenue Investments Ltd and Hawthornden Road greenfield residential area).

Why This Project Matters

Reliable wastewater infrastructure protects public health and the environment. This $15M investment is part of the council's long-term programme to maintain and upgrade the below-ground network serving Riccarton residents.

Latest Update

Project is currently underway. Progress is reported through the CCC capital programme tracker.

Budget Details

DetailValue
Total Budget$15.0M
CategoryWater & Waste
WardRiccarton
StatusIn Progress

Data & Sources

Budget and project data: CCC Long Term Plan 2024–2034, orbviz.com capital programme API. 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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