The future timescales for the project are dependent on how long it takes to obtain planning permission for the new Havant Thicket Winter Storage Reservoir. A provisional timescale is set out in the table below. Please note that the timescales are likely to be subject to change.
Activity |
Date |
| Early preparatory work |
Habitat creation, enhancement and species relocation
Removal of trees where necessary
Diversion of paths and bridleway
|
Year 1 & 2 |
| Site preparation work |
Construction of access road and site compound
Fencing off the construction area
Stripping and storing soil |
Year 3 & 4 |
| Main construction phase |
Drainage works
Excavation of clay
Embankment construction
Creation of path networks |
Year 5 to 8 |
| Filling and commissioning |
Water pumped up from the springs
Construction of ancillary amenities |
Year 9 & 10 |