Proposed KwaJobe Community Water Supply Scheme (CWSS) – Phase 1

Client Name:
uMkhanyakude District Municipality

Consulting Engineers:
SDM-FLUX JV

Project Summary:
The project involved a comprehensive geotechnical and materials investigation to support the development of a bulk water pipeline and reservoir in Wards 3, 4, and 5 of the Jozini Local Municipality. The goal was to assess subsurface conditions to ensure the structural stability and feasibility of the proposed infrastructure. The investigation included field tests, laboratory analysis, and detailed reporting. The outcome confirmed the site’s suitability for construction, with specific recommendations provided to address variable soil conditions and ensure safe founding depths for the reservoir and pipeline.

Key Services Provided:

• Desktop study of regional geology and available site plans.
• In-situ Dynamic Cone Penetrometer (DCP) testing (43 tests to depths of 1.0–2.0 meters).
• Test pit excavation and soil profiling (5 test pits using TLB and labour-intensive methods).
• Soil sampling and laboratory analysis (grading, Atterberg limits, density, CBR, and classification).
• Geotechnical reporting with findings, conclusions, and recommendations