Coolatee Sewerage Scheme

Uisce Éireann has completed works to end the discharge of untreated wastewater into the Foyle and Deele Rivers.

Uisce Éireann, in partnership with Donegal County Council, has completed construction on the new wastewater treatment plant and associated infrastructure for Coolatee.

The completed scheme will ensure that the treatment of wastewater is fully compliant with EU Urban Wastewater Treatment Directives and the Certificate of Authorisation and will eliminate the discharge of raw sewage into the Foyle and Deele Rivers.
Coffey Construction (I) Ltd. delivered these works on behalf of Uisce Éireann.

What are the benefits of the project?

• Improved water quality and integrity of the local environment.
• Increased capacity to facilitate growth and development.
• Ensured that wastewater will be treated in accordance with EU Urban Wastewater Treatment Directives and Environmental Protection Agency Certificate of Authorisation.

What was involved as part of this project?

As part of this project, Uisce Éireann has:

• Constructed a new wastewater treatment plant.
• Septic tank with stormwater management.
• Completion of a new access road and ancillary works.

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