Amuri Irrigation Scheme Culverden
130km+ pipe network delivering pressurised irrigation water to over 22,000 hectares across the Amuri Basin from two river sources.
SERVICES
Farming Installation
Location
North Canterbury
Status
Completed in 2017
Works Description
The Amuri Irrigation Scheme is designed to deliver water to over 22,000 hectares in the Amuri Basin, taking water from the Waiau and Hurunui Rivers. The project included the construction and installation of a 130km+ pipe distribution network across North Canterbury. The scheme delivers pressurised irrigation water to 160 property offtakes complete with isolation, flow measurement and pressure management, as well as construction and integration of the intake infrastructure (ponds), road crossings and river crossings.
22,000+ Hectares
Large-scale irrigation serving the Amuri Basin with water sourced from both the Waiau and Hurunui Rivers.
130km+ Pipeline
Extensive distribution network installed across North Canterbury including road crossings and river crossings.
160 Offtakes
Pressurised water delivered to individual properties with isolation, flow measurement, and pressure management at each connection.
