Water Seepage At Purple Line Tunnel Alarms Residents
Water seeping from the Purple Line tunnel construction site at Ratchayothin has sparked safety concerns among residents spotting cracks in nearby structures, though officials say the leak stems from a faulty sump pit being repaired and curr
Water leakage beneath the construction tunnel for the southern Purple Line extension at Ratchayothin intersection has alarmed local residents, with cracks appearing in nearby structures. Prime Minister Anuthint Charnveerakul visited the site on July 9 and confirmed that water levels were under control, though officials were instructed to prioritize repairs to ensure public safety.
A local shop owner showed reporters fresh cracks near the construction site and expressed concern, particularly given recent earthquakes in the area. The merchant, who has operated there for about a year, noted visible ground subsidence and construction dust, along with vibrations during pile-driving operations. He called on authorities to accelerate inspections and urged contractors to work more carefully in this high-traffic area.
Mass Transit Authority Chairman Montri Dechaskulsoom told media the water seepage likely stems from a leaky sump pit or collection basin. Officials have moved quickly to fix it. He confirmed that latest inspections found no additional structural settlement or tilting, no new cracks, and that an adjacent overpass remains structurally sound. The authority coordinated with district engineers to inspect surrounding buildings and reassure the public. Regarding some cracks residents reported, Montri clarified that some were pre-existing, though the contractor has been ordered to conduct a thorough reinspection of all nearby buildings with district engineers.
