Longford consumers enjoying more reliable water supply as 400 metres of aged cast iron water mains replaced with new pipes

The people of Colmcille Terrace in Granard are enjoying improved water quality and a more reliable water supply this Easter following the completion of works to replace 400 metres of aged cast iron water mains with new pipes. 

The works, which were carried out as part Uisce Éireann’s National Leakage Reduction Programme are critical in conserving precious water resources and providing a more secure water supply for the community.

These replacement works will also improve the operation of the network by reducing the risk of further maintenance work being required in the future and eliminating the challenges associated with aging cast iron mains.

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The works also involved the laying of new water service connections from the public water main in the road to customers’ property boundaries and connecting it to the customers’ water supply.

Commenting on the benefits of the project Uisce Éireann’s Dave Murphy said, “Old water mains and backyard service connections are a huge source of leakage and prone to bursts, causing supply challenges for homes. Replacing them with modern pipes significantly reduces the amount of drinking water lost by leakage and brings an all-round improvement to the water network for Colmcille Terrace.  I would like to thank the local residents for their support and patience during the delivery of this essential project that will provide a more reliable water supply for generations to come."

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Identifying and repairing these leaks will help Uisce Éireann to achieve their 2030 goal of a national leakage rate of 25%. The national Leakage Reduction team has made great strides since 2018 when the leakage rate stood at 46%.  

Works were carried out by Shareridge on behalf of Uisce Éireann.

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