Lochloy Road, Nairn
Project Overview
We are installing a new and improved storm overflow chamber off of Lochloy Road in Nairn.
The new chamber will include a powered screen, which will help prevent sewer related debris from entering the River Nairn.
This project is part of our £500m Improving Urban Waters programme.
Work is currently planned to begin in Autumn 2026.
At a Glance
- To prevent sewer debris entering the River Nairn
- Protecting the natural environment
- Delivered by Caledonia Water Alliance
- Expected start on site: Autumn '26
Protecting the environment
The project will help prevent things like wet wipes and other sewer related debris from entering the River Nairn
What We Are Doing
We are installing a new screened storm overflow chamber within the Scotmid car park by Lochloy Road in Nairn.
The existing overflow chamber is currently located in the centre of the A96 at its junction with Lochloy Road.
The new storm overflow that we install will include a powered screen - an upgrade from the existing infrastructure - which is designed to retain sewer-related debris, such as wet wipes, within the sewer when the overflow need to operate.
Our team will also be carrying out some local sewer realignment works to connect the new overflow chamber to the existing sewer network.
Why We Are Doing It
Working closely with the Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA), Scottish Water has identified priority storm overflows for improvement or replacement - to address impacts on water quality and/or the risk of sewer related debris being released into the environment during periods of heavy rainfall.
Under the banner ‘Draining the Rain, Enhancing the Environment’ the investment will help protect the River Nairn and the wider environment from pollution with things like wet wipes, sanitory products and other items which shouldn't be flushed down toilets.
Latest Update - August 2026
We will be hosting a public information event at the Seaman's Hall Green Hive Community Hub in Nairn on Thursday 3 September.
This will be an opportunity for the community to learn more about this investment and members of the project team will be available throughout the event to answer any questions.
Anyone is welcome to join us anytime between 4pm and 7pm.
Location: Seaman's Green Hive Community Hub, Harbour Street, Nairn, IV12 4PY
Date: Thursday 3rd September 2026
Time: Between 4pm-7pm
Our team are currently scheduled to begin setting up our site compound in the field adjacent to the Nairn Show Field, off the A939, from Monday 14 September.
The main works are then scheduled to begin in Lochloy Road from Monday 5 October, with work within the Scotmid car park expected to begin from Wednesday 5 November. The overall works are expected to take approximately eight months to complete.
