€17 million upgrade to Tullow Wastewater Treatment Network commences

18 April 2024

Tullow in County Carlow is set to benefit from a significant upgrade to its wastewater treatment network that will modernise and improve its performance, increase capacity, and enhance water quality in the River Slaney. 

This project, which represents a €17m investment by Uisce Éireann, follows a €10 million upgrade of the town’s wastewater treatment plant last year. This significant investment reflects Uisce Éireann’s commitment to deliver critical wastewater infrastructure to support communities in Carlow.

The latest upgrade works, which are being carried out in partnership with Carlow County Council, include upgrading the sewer network, a section of which involves a river crossing; installing new pipeline; construction of a new pumping station and decommissioning of the existing structure; construction of a storm tank; and installing a new storm water overflow.  

Highlighting the importance of the project for the people of Tullow, Esther White, Programme Manager at Uisce Éireann, said: 

“This significant investment by Uisce Éireann in upgrading the wastewater treatment network, coupled with the wastewater treatment plant upgrade last year, will bring huge benefits to the communities of Tullow as well as surrounding areas in terms of health, environmental protection, and improved water quality in the River Slaney. By increasing capacity on the network, the project also allows us to support the social and economic growth and development of the town for years to come.”

EPS has been appointed on behalf of Uisce Éireann to commence works in early May and the project is set to be completed in 2026. Uisce Éireann will endeavour to engage directly with impacted stakeholders as this essential project progresses and would like to thank the local community in advance for their patience and ongoing support.

Uisce Éireann is responsible for the delivery of all public water and wastewater services in Ireland. We are committed to continuously upgrading and developing critical infrastructure to support the growth needed in housing and across our economy, while protecting the environment and safeguarding water supplies.

For further information about the works, please visit our Dedicated Project webpage.