Mallow Sewer Network Upgrade
Irish Water is progressing with upgrades to the sewer network to eliminate nine sewer overflows and improve water quality.
Mallow Sewerage Network Upgrade Project
Irish Water, working in partnership with Cork County Council, is progressing with upgrades to the sewer network in Mallow, Co. Cork. The project is expected to be completed in spring 2023 and includes:
- Upgrading the sewer network through the removal of 9 Combined Sewer Overflows (CSOs); and
- Constructing 5.5km of new sewers.
Once completed, this project will improve water quality in the River Blackwater and benefit homes and businesses in Mallow and the surrounding area. Ward and Burke Construction Ltd is carrying out these works on behalf of Irish Water.
Irish Water is working proactively with our delivery partners and as part of a multi-agency working group to ensure that our construction works are carried out in a controlled and safe manner, in keeping with Government and HSE guidelines to protect workers, their families and the broader community.
Details of upcoming works - Mallow Sewerage Network Upgrade Project
| Location | Start date | Duration | Planned Works | Traffic Management |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mallow Park - North and South of the riverbank | July 2021 | 12 months |
Construction of new manholes and pipeline. |
Minor increased levels of construction vehicles |
| R619 | 03 May 2022 | 7 weeks | Construction of new manholes and pipeline. |
Road closure |
| Emmet St | 04 April 2022 | 16 weeks | Construction of new manholes and pipeline. | Road closure |
Mallow Town Park - Planned Works
Construction of manholes and pipelines on the north and south of the river.
Duration:
This section of works is planned to last approx. 6 months.
Parking:
No parking will be disrupted due to this section of works.
Walkway:
A section of the walkway along the riverbank will be closed off to facilitate this section of works.
Traffic Management:
Traffic will be entering and exiting the site with materials and plant for the works. There is no other impact to road users.
R619 - Planned Works
Construction of new Sewerage pipeline along a section of the R619
Duration:
This section of works is planned to last approx. 7 weeks.
Parking:
On street parking will be disrupted due to this section of works.
Traffic Management:
Road Closure in place under over pass to Ashbrook and Eglantine.
R619 Traffic Management road closure
Emmet Street - Planned Works
Construction of manholes and pipelines.
Duration:
This section of works is planned to last approx. 16 weeks.
Parking:
Parking disrupted at section of works only.
Traffic Management:
Road Closure.
Stakeholder Engagement
Ward and Burke Construction Ltd. has a full time Community Liaison Officer on the contract who is available to address and queries or concerns in relation to the works.
Contact details: Carol Harris 086 1449548 or mallow@wardandburke.com
For updates on the works please visit www.water.ie/mallow.
What is involved as part of this project?
As part of the project, Irish Water will:
- Upgrade the sewer network through the removal of 9 Combined Sewer Overflows (CSOs); and
- Construct 5.5km of new sewers.
What are the benefits of this project?
The upgrade works carried out as part of this project will:
- Improve the performance level of the sewer network.
- Eliminate sewer overflows into the River Blackwater at 9 locations.
- Improve water quality in the River Blackwater and ensure environmental compliance.
- Allow for the long-term social and economic development of Mallow.