Stronger, more reliable water supply on the way for Ballydine

At Uisce Éireann, we’re committed to providing a reliable water supply for everyone in the community. To help make that happen, we’re getting underway with works to replace old and damaged water mains in Tipperary.

From Ballynaraha to the outskirts of Carrick-on-Suir our crews will be installing 8.4 kms of new, modern pipes that will strengthen the local network and reduce disruption to homes and businesses.

The existing pipes were prone to bursts and leaks, leading to supply interruptions and the loss of treated drinking water, a valuable resource we all depend on.

Welcoming the project, Dave Murphy of Uisce Éireann said that these upgrades will help stop leakage and give the community in Ballydine greater confidence in their water supply for years to come.

“Every pipe we replace is guided by one clear goal: providing a water supply people can count on. These improvements make a difference every single day, in every tap, home and throughout the community.  

“We recognise that Ballydine and the surrounding areas have experienced water supply challenges, including frequent bursts and unplanned interruptions over recent years. This investment, together with the 5.6km of water main upgrades completed by Uisce Éireann earlier this year, is the long term solution to a supply challenge, and will help improve the reliability and resilience of the local water network, benefiting customers in Ballydine and the wider area for generations to come.”

Works will begin mid-September and will include installing new water service connections from the public water main on the road to customers’ property boundaries and linking them to the customers’ water supply.

The project is being delivered by Shareridge on behalf of Uisce Éireann with completion expected by February 2027.

Customers can phone Uisce Éireann on 1800 278 278 if they have any questions about the project or visit the Water Supply Updates section of the Uisce Éireann website for regular updates.

This project is one example of how Uisce Éireann works every day to reduce leaks. With more than 65,000 km of underground pipes nationally- enough to circle the earth one and a half times - fixing leaks can be complicated. Many are hidden, but we are making progress: National leakage is now at its lowest level ever, reduced from 49% in 2014 to 36% today.

To learn more, visit our National Leakage Reduction Programme page.

Customers can stay informed about their local water service by checking the supply and service section of our website, checking our live feed at X @IWCare, or signing up to receive real-time text updates. Our customer care team is also available 24/7 at 1800 278 278.