Scottish Water is upgrading a storm overflow in Balgreen to help prevent sewer related debris entering the Water of Leith.
The project is part of there £500m Improving Urban Waters programme.
Working closely with the Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) Scottish Water has identified priority storm overflows for improvement or replacement for water quality or aesthetic – sewer related debris – reasons.
Under the banner ‘Draining the Rain, Enhancing the Environment’ the investment will help prevent sewer related debris such as wet wipes from entering the environment during periods of rainfall.
Work began at the beginning of September 2025 and is expected to be completed by around March 2026.
Located beside Pansy Walk and near Balgreen Primary School, a core footpath closure is in place on the Water of Leith walkway between the junction of Baird Drive at the railway tunnel and the footbridge linking Pansy Walk with Westfield Avenue. Please note the footbridge remains open.
See attached Link for further information:
https://www.scottishwater.co.uk/In-Your-Area/Investments-in-Your-Area/IUW080925-Balgreen-Rd