Construction work at Tana River Bridge disrupts water supply in Garissa
GAWASCO stated it is closely working with the contractor and the Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) to resolve the issue.
Residents of Garissa are experiencing continued water supply interruptions due to ongoing construction work on the new Tana River Bridge.
The disruption, which has affected multiple areas in the town, stems from the diversion of river water by the contractor to facilitate the building of bridge pillars.
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In a public notice issued today, the Garissa Water and Sewerage Company (GAWASCO) apologised for the inconvenience caused and explained that the river diversion has led to heavy silting at the main water intake point, severely affecting the town's water pumping operations.
Affected areas include Garissa Town CB, Garissa Ndogo, Bulla Adan, Bulla Skedeq, Bulla College area, Garissa University area and Bulla Hagar
GAWASCO company technicians desilting to restore water. (Photo: Issa Hussein)
GAWASCO stated it is closely working with the contractor and the Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) to resolve the issue.
According to the contractor, the diversion works are expected to conclude by Friday, October 3, 2025, after which normal river flow will be restored and water pumping operations resumed.
"We regret the inconvenience and kindly ask all customers to store and use water sparingly during this period," the statement from GAWASCO read.
The new Tana River Bridge is a major infrastructure project aimed at improving connectivity between Garissa and other regions in Kenya's north-eastern corridor.
However, the temporary water crisis has highlighted the need for better coordination between infrastructure development and essential public services.
The Water company urged residents to remain patient as efforts continue to restore the regular water supply in the coming days.
Garissa town's water pumping operation centre. (Photo: Issa Hussein)
Three weeks ago, GAWASCO have been grappling to address a major water shortage in the town caused by invasive Mathenge tree roots that have clogged the main supply lines.
The technical team were dispatched to Bulla Tawakal, Bulla Mzuri and the Bashal area to carry out extensive maintenance.
" This work is costly and must be done routinely, as the hardy roots spread underground and block water flow," said the company.
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