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Winning thematic manhole covers installed

28 January 2026

In celebration of the 35th anniversary of the Drainage Services Department (DSD), we organised a thematic manhole cover design competition with the theme of featuring the characteristics of 18 districts in Hong Kong.  With due consideration on the design theme and site conditions, we carefully selected some of the designs from numerous outstanding entries to install them at various suitable locations progressively in 18 districts of Hong Kong.  These thematic manhole covers, comprising 7 winning designs and a total 70 nos. of covers, has now been installed successfully!

These thematic manhole covers either feature iconic facilities of their respective districts or showcase local history and culture.  Some of the designs are modern and elegant, while others are lively and cute.  They highlight the characteristics of each district, beautify the communities, and create new check-in spots for both citizens and tourists.

In addition to their outshining appearance, the DSD also put emphasis on the functionality of the thematic manhole covers.  For example, we incorporated keyholes and manhole cover marks in the designs, and ensured the anti-skid performance of the thematic manhole covers is retained while maintaining the aesthetic outlook of the design.

For other thematic manhole cover that are installed by the DSD, please visit the following DSD webpage for details:

https://www.dsd.gov.hk/EN/Sewerage/Environmental_Consideration/Greening_Sewage_Treatment/index.html

Let's slow down our pace and hunt for these thematic manhole covers in the beautiful ambiance of our city!

Thematic Manhole Cover

Installation Location

 

 

Wan Chai

 

  • Around Blue House (6 nos.)
  • Near No. 213 Queen's Road East (1 no.)
  • Near junction of Tai Yuen Street and Cross Street (1 no.)
  • Near Exit A3 of MTR Wan Chai Station
    (2 nos.)

 

Central & Western
  • Outside Western Market near On Tai Street (1 no.)
  • Tai Ping Shan Street near Sai Street 
    (1 no.)
  • Near junction of Connaught Road Central and Rumsey Street (1 no.)
  • Lok Ku Road near Hollywood Road 
    (1 no.)
  • Lok Ku Road near Ladder Street (1 no.)
  • Tank Lane near Caine Lane (1 no.)
  • Kau U Fong West (1 no.)
  • Bonham Strand near Morrison Street
    (1 no.)
  • Connaught Road Central near Cleverly Street (1 no.)
  • Sutherland Street near Li Sing Street Playground (1 no.)

 

Central & Western
  • Des Voeux Road Central near Standard Chartered Bank Building (1 no.)
  • Queensway near Lippo Centre (1 no.)
  • Tramway Path (2 nos.)
  • Near Exit C of MTR Central Station (1 no.)
  • Near Exit C2 of MTR Admiralty Station
    (1 no.)
  • Lyndhurst Terrace near Hollywood Road (1 no.)
  • Near junction of D'Aguilar Street and Stanley Street (1 no.)
  • Des Voeux Road Central near Bank of China Building (1 no.)
  • Des Voeux Road Central near Central Market (1 no.)


  

Tsuen Wan
  • Near junction of Chuen Lung Street and Shiu Wo Street (1 no.)
  • Sai Lau Kok Road (6 nos.)
  • Hau Tei Square (2 nos.)
  • Hoi Pa Street (1 no.)

 

Yuen Long
  • Near Exit D of MTR Tin Shui Wai Station (near the staircase connecting Tsui Sing Road and Ping Shan Heritage Trail)
    (1 no.)
  • Tsui Sing Road near Tsui Sing Lau Pagoda (1 no.)
  • Long Ngai Path near Yuen Long Sports Centre (2 nos.)
  • Near Exit F of MTR Yuen Long Station
    (1 no.)
  • Fung Cheung Road near Fung Kam Street Sports Centre (1 no.)
  • Sai Yu Street near Kolour Yuen Long
    (1 no.)
  • Yau San Street near Yuen Long Jockey Club Town Square (1 no.)
  • Wetland Park Road near Tin Sau Road Swimming Pool (2 nos.)


 

Sai Kung
  • Tseung Kwan O Waterfront Park (10 nos.)


 

Southern
  • Heung Yip Road near Heung Yip Road Sitting-out Area (1 no.)
  • Near Exit C of MTR Ocean Park Station
    (6 nos.)
  • Around Ap Lei Chau Hung Shing Temple (1 no.)
  • Ap Lei Chau Main Street near Ap Lei Chau Wind Tower Park (1 no.)
  • Aberdeen Praya Road near Aberdeen Promenade (1 no.)

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