Liverpool Park Flooding Tank Sparks Resident Outrage

Residents opposite Liverpool's Mystery Park are voicing strong concerns over plans for a 7-million-litre underground water storage tank aimed at mitigating flooding. The project, managed by United Utilities, has led to confusion among locals who report a significant lack of detailed information, leaving them feeling uninformed about the scale and impact of the works.

The proposed tank will hold a substantial volume of water, equivalent to three Olympic swimming pools, to alleviate pressure on the sewer network during intense rainfall. While United Utilities states the stored water will be returned for treatment when capacity allows, construction is anticipated to continue until summer 2028. Local MP Paula Barker acknowledged the necessity of such infrastructure, citing the ageing sewer system and global warming, but agreed communication from the authorities could have been more effective.

Compounding resident anxieties are the potential disruptions, including a permanent new access road on Grant Avenue and continuous heavy vehicle traffic for up to two years. Despite assurances that the park’s appearance will remain largely unchanged, the lack of clarity and perceived inadequate communication from both United Utilities and Liverpool City Council has generated significant discontent within the community.