Strokestown Water Mains Replacement
Uisce Éireann has replaced problematic water mains in Strokestown, Co. Roscommon to provide a more reliable water supply, reduce high levels of leakage and improve water quality.
The works involved the replacement of over 1300 metres of aged cast iron and uPVC water mains with new modern pipes. The programme which replaced the water mains in Strokestown commenced in early November. These works were being carried out as part of Uisce Éireann’s National Leakage Reduction Programme.
The section of works took place along the N5 Tulsk Road, Church St and Bawn Street.
The works also involved laying new water service connections from the public water main in the road to customers’ property boundaries and connecting it to the customers’ water supply.
The works were carried out on behalf of Uisce Éireann by Farrans Construction and were completed by Spring 2025.
New vs old pipes
What are the benefits of the works?
The benefits of these leakage reduction works include:
- Reliable Water Supply – Replacement of problematic water mains and service connections will reduce the instances of bursts and interruptions to the water supply reducing disruption for homes and businesses in the area.
- Reduced Leaks – Replacement of problematic water mains and service connections will eliminate existing leaks and reduce the amount of clean drinking water lost into the ground.
- Improved Water Quality – Removing existing old cast iron and lead from the public water network and replacing them with new pipes will reduce the risk of contamination.
- Improved Operation and Maintenance – These works will deliver efficiencies including cost savings by providing improved water network operation that will require less maintenance in the future.
