Significant project to upgrade and improve the water supply in Longford to begin this week

19 June 2023

As part of its commitment to upgrade and improve water supplies across Co Longford, Uisce Éireann, working in partnership with Longford County Council, is progressing a significant project to replace almost 3kms of aged water mains from Bracklon to Edgeworthstown.

The project, which will begin this week, will provide a more reliable water supply, and reduce the amount of treated drinking water lost to leakage. The works are a critical step in conserving our most precious resource and reducing high levels of leakage which have been a significant source of disruption for customers.

Programme Manager, for Uisce Éireann’s National Leakage Reduction Programme, Matt Thompson is looking forward to getting crews on site. “Old and damaged water mains remain a huge source of leakage and continue to impact communities right across Ireland, causing low pressure and supply disruption. Replacing these old water mains in poor condition will eliminate existing leaks and significantly reduce the amount of clean drinking water lost into the ground.”

“We would like to thank the community in advance for their patience and cooperation during the works. We know based on previous experiences that the short-term inconvenience will be overshadowed by the lasting benefits.”

Where water mains are being installed along Bracklin Road traffic management will be in place, however, local and emergency access will always be maintained.

The works may involve some short-term water interruptions;, however, the project team will ensure that customers are given a minimum of 48 hours’ notice prior to any planned water interruptions.

This project is being carried out by Farrans Construction on behalf of Uisce Éireann and is due to be completed by the end of September. 

The National Leakage Reduction Programme helps provide a more reliable water supply to Irish communities by reducing high levels of leakage and improving water quality. Since 2018, its delivery has represented an investment of over €500 million to upgrade the underground water network across the country through the delivery of the Leakage Reduction Programme. Uisce Éireann is investing a further €250 million annually up to the end of 2030 directed at fixing leaks and replacing pipes to provide a more reliable water supply.

To find out more about Uisce Éireann’s national programme of works to reduce leakage and improve Ireland’s water supply visit our National Leakage Reduction Programme Page.

Uisce Éireann’s customer care helpline is open 24/7 on 1800 278 278 and customers can also contact us on Twitter @IWCare with any queries. For updates please visit the Supply and Service Updates section of the Uisce Éireann website or set your location on our website.

Uisce Éireann is responsible for delivering public drinking water and wastewater services for the people of Ireland. We are committed to enabling communities to thrive by continuously upgrading and developing critical infrastructure to support sustainable growth and development, providing safe drinking water, and enhancing the environment. To find out more visit our website.