5km of water mains to be upgraded in West Roscommon

Uisce Éireann is delighted to confirm that works are set to commence next month on a major water mains replacement project between Cloonfad and Lowberry Cross in West Roscommon.

The project will involve the installation of more than 5km of new, modern water mains, replacing ageing pipes that have been the cause of frequent bursts and supply disruptions in the area over the past number of years. 

Most recently, a burst on Monday highlighted the ongoing challenges posed by the existing infrastructure. Once complete, this significant investment will deliver long term improvements to the reliability and resilience of the local water supply.

Communities in Meeltraun, Cloonfad village, 100 Acres, Clogher Upper, Derrylahan, Cornabanny, Swinefield, Fiddauns, Gorteenacammadil, Tonlegee (Co. Mayo), Culkeen, Pollanalty, Ballinross, Mountdelvin, Moigh, and surrounding areas will directly benefit from these works as well as customers on the Johnstown/Levalleyroe Group Water Scheme.

Welcoming the project, Enda Mac Namara, Programme Manager at Uisce Éireann, said that these upgrades will help stop leakage and give the community in Cloonfad greater confidence in their water supply for years to come.  

“We’re delighted to be commencing these important works between Cloonfad and Lowberry Cross next month. This project will replace ageing water mains that have been prone to frequent bursts, helping to significantly improve the reliability and resilience of the local water network. We would like to thank the community in advance for their patience and cooperation while these essential upgrades are carried out.”

The works will be delivered by Farrans Construction and are scheduled for completion by Spring 2027. As part of the works, lane closures with traffic lights will be in place on sections of the R327 to allow construction to be carried out safely. Traffic management arrangements will be clearly signposted, and Uisce Éireann will work to minimise disruption as much as possible.

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. 

If short-term planned water disruptions are required, customers will receive at least 48 hours’ notice before any interruption.

This project in Co Roscommon 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 ever, reduced from 49% in 2014 to 36%. 

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