Mountrivers Water Mains Replacement
Uisce Éireann has completed leakage reduction works in Mountrivers, Doonbeg to provide a more reliable water supply and reduce high levels of leakage.
The works involved the replacement of 4.1km of old and damaged water mains that are prone to bursting, with new modern pipes. The programme to replace the water mains in Mountrivers, Doonbeg, Co. Clare commenced in January 2026. These works were carried out as part of Uisce Éireann’s National Leakage Reduction Programme.
The section of works took place at Dromelihy Creegh, along the L-2042, L-6108, R484, and N67.
The works involved laying new water service connections from the public water main in the road to customers’ property boundaries and connected it to the customers’ water supply.
The works were carried out on behalf of Uisce Éireann by Ward and Burke and completed in April 2026.
Old vs. new pipes
What are the benefits of the works?
The benefits of the leakage reduction works include:
- A Reliable Water Supply – Replacement of water mains and service connections will reduce the instances of bursts and water outages and will ensure a reliable supply of water to customers and local businesses in the area.
- Reduced Leaks – Replacement of water mains and service connections will eliminate existing leaks and reduce the amount of clean drinking water lost into the ground.
- Improved Operation and Maintenance – These works will deliver cost savings by providing improved water network operation that will require less maintenance in the future.
