Istanbul's Cumhuriyet Drinking Water Treatment Plant Phase 2 is rapidly advancing, set to boost water supply capacity and security for the city.
One of the significant projects that will strengthen Istanbul's drinking water infrastructure, the Cumhuriyet Drinking Water Treatment Plant Stage 2 Construction, is progressing at full speed. When completed by İSKİ, the project will significantly increase the treatment capacity of raw water coming from the Melen System.
The Cumhuriyet Drinking Water Treatment Plant is located in the Çekmeköy Republic Neighborhood on the Asian side of Istanbul. Therefore, the Stage 2 construction of the facility is also continuing on the Asian side.
The facility plays a critical role in treating water coming from the Melen System and supplying it to the Istanbul network. It is considered one of the important centers of the water infrastructure on the Asian side due to its location. However, the produced water can be used not only for the Asian side but also to support the overall Istanbul network.
Capacity Will Increase by 50%
The current facility's daily treatment capacity of 720,000 cubic meters is aimed to be significantly increased with the new stage. Authorities state that the commissioning of the second stage will strengthen the drinking water supply security in Istanbul, particularly on the European side.
2.3 Billion TL Investment
It has been announced that the project is being implemented with an approximate cost of 2.348 billion TL and is planned to be completed in about 3 years. The facility will be equipped with advanced treatment technologies to provide a long-term solution for Istanbul's growing population.
Melen Water Will Provide Assurance for Istanbul
The Cumhuriyet Drinking Water Treatment Plant treats water coming from the Melen System, which is one of Istanbul's main water sources. With the new stage, it is aimed to increase both transmission capacity and the continuity of water supply.
Key Point
When the project is completed, it is expected that Istanbul will become more resilient against future drought risks and that there will be significant relief in the city's water infrastructure.
Source: SeaNews Türkiye
