Gorgie Road Edinburgh
Project Overview
We are upgrading the waste water network in Gorgie, Edinburgh to improve the water environment by reducing sewer related debris entering the Water of Leith.
The work is part of our £500m Improving Urban Waters programme.
The £3.2m project on Gorgie Road at Saughton Park is expected to be completed by July 2026.
At a Glance
- To prevent sewer related debris entering the Water of Leith
- £3.2million investment
- Delivered by Caledonia Water Alliance
- Work to begin in January 2026
Gorgie Road
The storm overflow is located underneath Gorgie Road which will be closed to allow the work to be carried out
What We Are Doing
We are constructing a new spill chamber around the existing Victorian storm overflow located under Gorgie Road at Saughton Park.
A powered screen will prevent any sewer related debris larger than just 6mm from entering the environment during heavy rain when the overflow spills to prevent homes and businesses from flooding.
Gorgie Road will be closed between Robb’s Loan and Hutchison Crossway although access to private driveways will be maintained.
A new spill chamber will be installed on the existing overflow
Improving Urban Waters Investment
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 Ran, Enhancing the Environment’ the Improving Urban Waters investment will help reduce spills and prevent sewage related debris such as wet wiles from entering the environment during periods of rainfall.
Community Engagement
A drop in information event will be held at Bainfield Bowling Club, 34 Hutchison Crossway, Edinburgh EH14 1RU on Thursday 27 November 2025 from 3pm until 7pm for people to find out more.
