Planned Water Shutdown Scheduled for PRV Installation Along MC Roode Road

Karen Scheepers
1 day ago
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The JB Marks Local Municipality has issued a public notice confirming a planned water shutdown in Potchefstroom on Wednesday, 3 December 2025. The interruption is required to install a new Pressure Relief Valve (PRV) on MC Rhoode Road, following ongoing supply challenges attributed to a defective existing valve. Residents across multiple neighbourhoods are advised to prepare for the temporary disruption and store adequate water ahead of the scheduled maintenance.

Reason for the Shutdown

According to the municipality, the current PRV serving the affected zone has been contributing to water pressure fluctuations and intermittent supply problems in downstream areas. Replacing the faulty valve forms part of the municipality’s broader effort to stabilise water distribution and improve the reliability of the local network.

Technical teams are expected to remove the defective component and install a new, fully functioning PRV designed to regulate pressure more effectively. Such upgrades are considered essential for long-term network performance, particularly in high-demand suburbs.

Installation Schedule and Duration

The shutdown is planned for:

Date: Wednesday, 03 December 2025
Time: From 07h00 in the morning until late in the evening

The municipality noted that timelines may shift depending on site conditions, but teams will work to restore supply as soon as installation and testing are completed.

Suburbs Expected to Be Affected

Several residential areas will experience low pressure or a complete water outage during the installation period.

These include:

Dagbreek
Vyfhoek
Van der Hoff Park
Baillie Park and nearby extension areas
Grimbeek Park
Tuscany Ridge

Residents and businesses in these suburbs are encouraged to make adequate arrangements before the shutdown begins.

Municipal Advisory to Residents

The municipality has urged all affected households to store enough water for domestic use and to practice water conservation throughout the maintenance window. Limiting non-essential consumption will help reduce strain on the system once supply resumes.

The notice also reassured residents that the intervention forms part of ongoing operational upgrades aimed at ensuring more stable water pressure and improving efficiency across the network. The municipality expressed its appreciation for the community’s patience and understanding during the planned disruption.

Final Thought

The upcoming PRV installation marks an important step in addressing pressure imbalances and improving the overall performance of Potchefstroom’s water supply system. While the temporary shutdown may cause inconvenience, the municipality emphasises that the work is necessary to safeguard long-term service reliability for thousands of residents.