FAQs
Will Broad Oak reservoir be built?
We are currently consulting on plans to build the reservoir as part of our Water Resources Management Plan (WRMP) 2024.
The best value plan within the WRMP has the reservoir being operational in 2036, however we want your views on accelerating the plans to build it by 2033 and follows feedback received during our 2019 water resources management plan consultation.
Proposals to build it by 2033 are within our WRMP alternative plan.
Click here to view that consultation and submit your views.
How big (geographically) will Broad Oak Reservoir likely be?
The perimeter of Broad Oak reservoir will be 6.1km long with the surface area of 777,000 m2.
How much additional water will Broad Oak Reservoir provide?
At its maximum capacity, Broad Oak will be able to store 5 billion litres of water. We anticipate we will be able to treat and supply an additional 22 million litres into the network per day.
How will you fill it up?
A mixture of abstraction from the Great Stour and rain water over a period of time.
How will you treat the water?
Our plans for a new reservoir also includes proposals to build a new water treatment works. Raw water will be taken from the reservoir and turned into top-quality drinking water before being pumped into the network.
Will you be building anything else?
Aside from the reservoir and water treatment works, we’re also planning on developing an education centre, public foot and cycle paths, an art and sensory trail and picnic areas for the community to enjoy.
