Uisce Éireann marks major milestone in Carlow project
3km of 6km now complete as works continue to strengthen supply for communities across the county
Uisce Éireann is continuing work on a major upgrade to improve water services for communities across Carlow, with crews now reaching the halfway point of the current phase of works.
As part of this current phase, 3km of the planned 6km of aged watermains between Friarstown Pump Station and the N81/R727 junction at McGraths Cross have now been successfully replaced.
This phase will deliver a more secure and reliable water supply for homes and businesses in St Mullins and surrounding areas.
Once finished, the works will bring the total length of upgraded watermains in this network to more than 12km, significantly strengthening supply, reducing leakage and supporting future growth across the county.
Commenting on the progress, Dave Murphy, Portfolio Manager with Uisce Éireann, said the works are already delivering benefits for local communities.
“Reaching the halfway point on this phase is a significant milestone. Replacing older watermains improves water quality and pressure, while also reducing the risk of bursts and unplanned outages. These works are helping to build a more resilient and reliable network for customers across Carlow, while supporting ongoing development in the area.”
“We would like to thank the local community for their continued patience and cooperation as we deliver these essential upgrades.” Murphy adds.
The works, in the North of county Carlow, are being carried out by Shareridge on behalf of Uisce Éireann.
This phase follows earlier upgrades in the area, which saw the replacement of 6.5km of aged watermains between Brownshill Reservoir and Friarstown Pump Station.
This project is one example of how Uisce Éireann is working to reduce leakage. Fixing leaks can be complex. With over 65,000 km of watermains buried underground across Ireland—enough to circle the earth one and a half times—many leaks are not visible. However, progress is being made, with leakage reduced from 49% in 2014 to 36% nationally.
Customers can contact Uisce Éireann on 1800 278 278 with any queries about the project or visit the Water Supply Updates section of the Uisce Éireann website for regular updates.
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