The Suffolk County Water Authority (SCWA) is set to begin a critical infrastructure project to replace the aging water main along Country Club Road in the Village of Bellport. This initiative is part of SCWA’s broader efforts to modernize the local distribution system, replacing older, break-prone pipes with more durable ductile iron to improve water pressure and reliability for the community. Residents on Country Club Road have recently received a formal letter from the SCWA outlining the scope of the project. According to the notice, residents can expect temporary construction activity, including trenching and potential short-term service interruptions as new connections are made. The letter also clarifies that while the road will be temporarily restored immediately following the installation, permanent repaving typically follows after the ground has had sufficient time to settle.
What Residents Can Expect
Based on standard SCWA protocol for these projects, here is a quick overview of the timeline and impact:
- Construction Hours: Generally occurring during standard weekday business hours to minimize evening disruption.
- Service Interruptions: You may experience brief periods without water when your service line is connected to the new main; SCWA typically provides advance notice for these specific outages.
- Road Access: Local access for residents and emergency vehicles is maintained, though minor traffic delays near the work zone are common.
- Final Restoration: Once the new main is tested and fully operational, the SCWA will return (often a few months later) to perform permanent asphalt restoration of the disturbed roadway.
