Ibiza: 11 sewage pumping stations face major review

Ibiza: The Balearic Government is spending just over €272,000 on plans to improve all 11 sewage pumping stations in Santa Eulària des Riu. It announced on 14 November that Ambling Projects will examine the stations and their connecting pipes before drawing up the work needed.

The stations push wastewater from coastal areas into main sewers, which carry it to the Santa Eulària des Riu treatment plant, the government’s Department of the Sea and Water Cycle says. The review includes stations at Cala Llenya, Port des Canar and ses Estaques.

The department says the network needs extensive improvements because of its condition and forecast population growth. Possible changes include backup pumps for breakdowns, emergency power during cuts and alarms to alert staff on call when something goes wrong.

Some stations may need more space to fit those systems. If they cannot be expanded, the project will examine a suitable nearby site instead. The department developed the initial proposal with Santa Eulària town council, but the newly commissioned review will determine what work each station and its pipes need.

Topics: Town & community

Source: Europa Press / Mallorca.com