Backup power supply part of upgrade for Glenmore Water Treatment Plant

Published on 13 May 2016

A recently completed upgrade of the Glenmore High Lift Water Pump Station is set to see the facility operate come rain, hail... or cyclone.

As part of the upgrade, the pump station now comes complete with a diesel generator capable of supplying back-up power to the entire water treatment plant site.

Chair of Council’s Water Committee Cr Neil Fisher said the site’s addition is a proactive approach to future natural disasters and ensuring sufficient water supply for the community.

“Last month the newly installed generator was tested and we’re very happy with the results,” Cr Fisher said.

“The results have shown that the generator can independently provide enough power for the Glenmore Water Treatment Plant and associated pump stations to produce and distribute at least 60 megalitres of drinking water each day to the community- which is more than the average daily water consumption of the community.”

Cr Fisher said the project is another example of Fitzroy River Water working to ensure a safe and reliable water supply for the Region.

“It’s a very impressive level of post-disaster contingency for the Rockhampton and Gracemere communities as well as the adjoining Livingstone Shire Council that receive water from the Glenmore Water Treatment Plant,” he said.

“This great outcome means that in future events similar to TC Marcia, the site will be able to operate continuously during power outages to meet the water supply needs of the community.”

The generator is part of a $9.3 million upgrade of the facility which has achieved a complete electrical and mechanical upgrade. Further improvements include a reduction in power consumption for the site of up to 30% .

 

Further facts on the upgrade:

  • Includes electrical and mechanical upgrade of the pump station
  • Included in the upgrade are four new high efficiency pumps, and new transformers and electrical switchboards
  • The new pumps have an increased pumping capacity which will enable the pump station to supply at least 140 ML
  • The upgrade enables the pump station to be powered by a diesel generator in the event of a power outage
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