Uisce Éireann completes 'essential upgrades' to water network in Limerick
As part of the project, 4.8km of ageing water mains were replaced with modern, stronger pipes designed to reduce leaks, minimise bursts and strengthen the local water network for the future
FAMILIES and businesses in Oola can look forward to a stronger, more dependable water supply as Uisce Éireann wraps up important upgrade works on the local water network.
These improvements are all about supporting everyday life in the community, whether it’s putting the kettle on in the morning, running a local business, or keeping community services flowing smoothly with clean, reliable water.
As part of the project, 4.8km of ageing water mains were replaced with modern, stronger pipes designed to reduce leaks, minimise bursts and strengthen the local water network for the future.
These older pipes had been prone to bursts and leaks, causing supply interruptions and wasting treated drinking water.
The upgraded network now brings greater reliability to homes and businesses across Oola, providing a water service people can count on for years to come.
Uisce Éireann's programme manager, Brian McCarthy, said these essential works will “help provide more reliable water services for the Oola community now and into the future”.
“These works are an important part of delivering a water service built to last. By replacing ageing pipes with modern, resilient infrastructure, we’re improving water services today while strengthening resilience for the future.
“Our teams work with great care and experience to reduce the risk of supply interruptions for customers during works and we’re grateful to the local community for their patience and support throughout these essential upgrades. This investment is rooted in care for the people we serve.”
This upgrade is just one example of how Uisce Éireann is tackling leakage across the country.
With more than 65,000 kilometres of underground water mains – enough to circle the earth one and a half times – finding and fixing leaks can be challenging, especially when they are hidden; but progress is being made.
National leakage is now at its lowest level ever, reduced from 49% in 2014 to 36% today.
To learn more about the National Leakage Reduction Programme, visit: www.water.ie