A DRAINAGE upgrade has been completed to reduce flood risk for homes and businesses in a 'hot spot' area.
The new drainage system and pump station in Sankey Bridges are designed to protect 62 properties along Liverpool Road as part of a wider flood risk management project.
The scheme, designed and project managed by Warrington Borough Council’s in-house engineering and flood risk management team, was announced in September 2025 and has now been completed on schedule.
Cllr Hans Mundry, leader of Warrington Borough Council, said: "It’s great news that this project has been successfully designed and delivered by our in-house team.
"We know the deep distress and anxiety repeated flooding has caused local residents for decades, exacerbated by the impact of climate change.
"We’re committed to doing everything possible to minimise future flood risks."
The project was delivered in partnership with the Environment Agency and United Utilities and aims to deliver long-term climate resilience for the area.
It received £946,000 in partnership funding, with £546,000 from the Environment Agency’s Flood Defence Grant in Aid and £400,000 from United Utilities’ Sustainable Water Fund.
Liverpool Road is a known flood hotspot, situated in a natural low point between Hood Lane and Marina Avenue.
The area has experienced flooding since the 1960s, with major events recorded in 2007, 2018 and during Storm Christoph in 2021.
The completed works include a new drainage system, drainage kerbs, and an automated pumping station to manage and safely remove surface water.
A dedicated power supply and a backup overflow connection to the United Utilities network have also been installed.
Additional improvements include resurfacing the highway and footway between Marina Drive and Hood Lane and modifying the road layout to help direct water more efficiently into the drainage system.
The project aims to keep Liverpool Road operational during heavy rainfall.
It also supports biodiversity by helping to maintain water levels in the Warrington section of the Sankey Canal.
Mr Mundry said: "Because flood risk funding is extremely limited, I am incredibly pleased that our collaboration with United Utilities and the Environment Agency successfully secured £946,000 to deliver this vital work.
"Combined with the road resurfacing, this project represents a massive improvement for the local community."
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