Dalgety Bay
Project Overview
We are delivering a £10.7million package of investment to improve and protect the water environment in Dalgety Bay.
Part of our £500million Improving Urban Waters programme, three projects will be delivered in the Fife town over the next two years to alleviate flooding and reduce sewer related debris entering the Firth of Forth.
At a glance
- To prevent sewer debris entering the Firth of Forth
- Enhancing the aesthetic and natural water environment
- £10.7million investment
- Delivered by Caledonia Water Alliance
Investment
The project will help prevent sewer related debris such as wet wipes from entering the watercourse
What We Are Doing
We are constructing new storm overflows with powered screens underneath Sealstrand and St Bridgets Brae, and installing 200 metres of new upgraded and upsized sewer pipes between Couston Drive and St Bridgets Brae.
When excess rainwater is discharged, the new chambers will ensure any sewer related debris does not end up in the bay.
These projects have been co-ordinated for delivery to make the best use of resources and minimise disruption for residents and road users.
Why We Are Doing It
Working closely with the Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) Scottish Water identified priority storm overflows for improvement or replacement.
Under the banner ‘Draining the Rain, Enhancing the Environment’ the investment will help prevent sewage related debris such as wet wipes from entering the environment during periods of rainfall.
Community Engagement
We held a drop-in public information event at Dalgety Bay Bowling Club on 10 December 2025 where members of the project team explained more about the work involved. The event posters can be viewed below.
Caledonia Water Alliance recently delivered two days of STEM activities at Dalgety Bay Primary School, engaging pupils in a range of interactive learning sessions focused on the water environment and construction site safety.
Update September 2026
Work is progressing well as we continue to deliver a major package of investment in Dalgety Bay.
At Sealstrand, the new storm overflow and screens have been successfully installed and we are now working with other agencies to install the power supply. In parallel to this, work is progressing on the adjoining pipework and manholes. Once the new infrastructure is installed, we will be in a position to begin reinstatement of the footpaths, landscaping and removing the site access which is currently in place on Moray Way South.
Installation of the new storm overflow and screens at St Bridgets Brae is complete and the new power connection is in place. Works on Moray Way South are progressing well and we are on track to re-open the road to vehicles as planned in November 2026.
We remain in contact with staff at Dalgety Bay Primary School and our on-site teams are continuing to do everything they can to minimise disruption to those living locally.
When completed, this work will significantly reduce debris entering the Firth of Forth, supporting cleaner waterways and a healthier local environment for people and wildlife for years to come.
We are grateful to the community for their ongoing patience and support while these essential works have been taking place.
Access road
The temporary access road which has been constructed through Jubilee Park will allow local access to Inchview Gardens, St Bridgets Brae and Dalgety Bay Primary School.
