SWDE Construction Site in Bertogne: Water Network Works

The Walloon Water Company is modernizing its facilities, potentially causing disruptions for residents.

Water pipe laying construction site in a Walloon village, with the town hall in the background.
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Water pipe laying construction site in a Walloon village, with the town hall in the background.

The Walloon Water Company (SWDE) is currently undertaking a modernization project for its drinking water network in Bertogne, involving the installation of new pipelines.

These works, which may extend over several days, could cause water outages of varying duration and occasional pressure drops. SWDE states that its teams are making every effort to minimize the impact on water supply and traffic around the construction site.
In the event of scheduled water outages, affected residents will be notified at least three days in advance by SWDE or the company in charge of the works.
After the construction is completed, residents might observe temporary phenomena such as momentary pressure drops, brownish or reddish water, or milky-looking water due to air bubbles. These issues do not affect water quality.
It is also noted that other companies may take advantage of these road or sidewalk excavations to install their own underground infrastructure (fiber optics, gas, sewage systems). Therefore, project timelines may vary depending on each entity's requirements.
The initially indicated completion date may be postponed due to unforeseen difficulties encountered during the work or weather-related issues.
Based on information from the official source: SWDE — Société Wallonne des Eaux (21/09/2026)