As part of the company's "2010 Vision For Lanarkshire", a pumping station and rising main is to be constructed, benefiting around 500 customers in the estate.

The scheme will also improve the quality of the environment for the nearby otter and stoat population on the banks of Chapelknowe Burn. The six-month long programme will be completed in the autumn.

Scottish Water project manager Stephen Fraser said: "This project will help to improve the environment by reducing the chance of sewer leaks.
We'll provide additional storage capacity within the network to meet the increased demands during times of heavy rainfall. More screens will further protect the environment.

"The wider population will also benefit from this improved environment, with the Chapelknowe Burn flowing into the South Calder Water, which feeds Strathclyde Loch."

Motherwell North councillor Gordon Stewart said: "I'm delighted Scottish Water is improving the service it provides and ensuring a safer environment for wildlife."

Temporary traffic management will be installed during periods of the construction.