Pittenweem Sewer Flooding Investment
Project Overview
We are improving the sewer network in Pittenweem to help prevent sewer flooding and protect the local environment.
Working in phases we are installing new pipework, sea outfalls, spill chambers and screens at storm overflows.
At A Glance
- Investment to alleviate sewer flooding in Pittenweem
- Work on the first phase began in January 2024
- Delivered by Caledonia Water Alliance
East Shore
Work on East Shore saw a storm overflow upgraded and a new sea outfall constructed
What We Are Doing
We are working to alleviate flooding in Pittenweem.
Work on East Shore was completed early in 2025 with upgrades to a storm overflow and new sea outfall constructed.
Pittenweem lies on the east coast of Scotland
Specialist divers helped deliver the first phase of the project
Why We Are Doing It
Pittenweem has been prone to sewer flooding during heavy rain for many years.
This investment will help alleviate the risk of flooding and make a real difference to households that have been affected in the past.
Update - March 2026
Due to several challenges as we progressed towards starting the next phase of these works, in West Shore, we have made the decision to reschedule these planned works to the next investment period 2027 to 2033.
Scottish Water remains committed to delivering this significant investment for benefit of the community of Pittenweem.
We would like to thank the community for their patience and understanding.
