Investigation launched as Carshalton Ponds drain overnight

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 17 Oct, 15:32 · Archive

Sutton Council is investigating after Carshalton Ponds drained overnight, months after repairs to previous leaks.

Sutton Council is investigating the sudden overnight drainage of Carshalton Ponds. The incident occurred only three months after the council drained the upper pond to repair a leak near Honeywood Museum, and two months after warnings that water levels could drop 'quite significantly'.

In August, while carrying out repairs at the beauty spot, the council identified 'more issues', with the ponds continuing to 'lose water'. SES Water had previously topped up the ponds while leaks were addressed, but the council said over the summer that this was no longer possible due to increased drought restrictions.

In a statement, Sutton Council said: 'We are aware that Carshalton Ponds drained overnight and our team is currently investigating the cause. Protecting the ponds and local wildlife is a key priority, and we are monitoring the site closely to keep any disruption to a minimum.' The cause of the latest drainage has not been identified.

Investigation launched as Carshalton Ponds drain overnight — Image: Croydon Guardian

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Investigation underway as Carshalton Ponds 'drained overnight' - months after repairsSutton Council is investigating after Carshalton Ponds were "drained overnight" just months after previous leaks.Croydon Guardian · 17 Oct, 14:59
Investigation underway as Carshalton Ponds 'drained overnight' - months after repairsSutton Council is investigating after Carshalton Ponds were "drained overnight" just months after previous leaks.This Is Local London · 17 Oct, 14:59

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