SCOTTISH Water is beginning works to repair a sewer tunnel four metres below a footpath in the capital.
The footpath in Newington, Edinburgh, has a sewer tunnel running beneath it which recently collapsed, posing a possible danger to locals.
Works to repair the tunnel by Scottish Water will get underway today, with the company claiming that the repairs will take an estimated eight weeks.
During this time the adjacent road will be closed off and the footpath will be inaccessible.
The A7 on South Clerk Street will also see two lanes closed for the duration of the work period, as teams work to restore the damaged tunnel.
Scottish Water will install temporary four-way traffic lights to control the area’s motorists whilst works are underway.
The water company has not disclosed what caused the sewer tunnel to collapse on itself.
They have confirmed that local businesses will not be affected by the closure and may remain open while works are underway.
They added that they will be working to maintain pedestrian access to nearby businesses while teams repair the sewer pipe.
Only a small section of the footpath will be closed, with the majority of the city centre walkway reportedly remaining unaffected by the repairs.
Scottish Water said: “Customers’ water and drainage services will not be affected. However, road users are advised to allow extra time for journeys through the area.
“We appreciate the patience and understanding of local residents, businesses, and road users while we complete this urgent repair.”
