United Utilities is upgrading the existing sewer network across the North West and this week announced work has begun in Cheshire.
The water company’s project in the town is based in School Lane in Hartford.
As well as the upgrades, United Utilities is also building underground storage tanks to help reduce the number of times storm overflows operate in the area.
Sean Reid, county business lead for wastewater services in Cheshire at United Utilities, said: “Improving water quality and protecting the environment, while delivering excellent service to our customers is our priority.
“We are committed to improving water quality across the North West, and £18 million is being spent between now and 2030 in Northwich to do just that.
“A further £3 million is being invested in the Frodsham catchment.
“We’re pleased to deliver these improvements in partnership with United Living Group and will keep the local community updated on its progress.”
This scheme is due to be complete by the end of December 2025, and forms part of the aforementioned total £21 million investment into Northwich and Frodsham up to 2030.
In turn this investment is included in the more than £13 billion United Utilities is investing over the next five years to protect and enhance around 500 kilometres of waterways, and safeguard drinking water supplies for its customers.