Stay out of water at Moodlu quarry
Published 6:00am 22 September 2022
Unitywater has warned Moodlu Quarry is still closed to the public and now an “active construction site”.
The
Quarry will be used as storage for Class A recycled water from the Caboolture
South Sewage Treatment Plant as part of the Wamuran Irrigation Scheme, a water
reuse project supplying Wamuran growers.
Although
public access to the site has always been prohibited, it is a known
recreational area for some groups.
Unitywater
Executive Manager Sustainable Infrastructure Solutions Daniel Lambert said the
construction phase at the quarry had started, prompting a strict closure of the
site.
“We
are installing a floating pump station in the quarry for underwater
infrastructure,” Mr Lambert said.
Strong currents
“This
pump station will create strong currents in the water and that, along with
concealed infrastructure, poses a public safety risk.”
“We
realise the site is appealing for swimming, but ask the community to please
keep out for their own safety. Please head to the beach or the local pool to
cool off.”
Mr
Lambert said Unitywater had installed signage at the site and would work with
local authorities to restrict access to the quarry.
“Keeping
the community safe while we construct the scheme is critical to our role in the
local area,” he said.
For more about the Wamuran Irrigation Scheme click here
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