This project is funded by a grant from the Ministry for Ecological Transition and the Demographic Challenge, awarded under the Reimpulsa Plan. The objective is to rectify the severe damage sustained by the urban water systems during the DANA floods of October 29, 2024.
The mayor of Guadassuar, Vicente Estruch, inspected the progress of the works at the municipal reservoir. During the visit, he witnessed the start of disinfection and cleaning operations for the underground reservoir, which had been out of service since the storm. The comprehensive renovation of the pumping unit, now featuring new electrical panels, components, and drives, was also examined. To prevent future disruptions from heavy rainfall, all electrical equipment has been strategically relocated to the upper area of the facility.
Veolia's territorial manager, Laura Gascón, detailed the technological modernization of the network, including the replacement of the remote control system with a more functional interface for remote management. The aim is to ensure more efficient resource operation, achieving better control of water pressure and flow rates for residents, thereby directly improving the quality of daily supply.
The work plan includes additional interventions at critical points. At the reservoir, pressure gauges, valves, and the main pumping pipes will be replaced. Furthermore, crews will work on the sewage system, replacing drains, and a significant rehabilitation will be carried out at the drainage point of the Alfarella irrigation channel, an area heavily affected by the Magro river's rise. These specific tasks involve manual cleaning and removal of solid waste from the channel, along with the placement of new riprap to stabilize the banks and widen the water evacuation outlet for future storms.
