Critical water mains work in south county Longford set to begin according to Uisce Éireann

 The community in Ballymahon, will finally reap the rewards of a 'more reliable water supply' according to Uisce Éireann who have announced they are set to commence critical upgrade works.

The works will replace over 5.4km of old and aged water mains prone to frequent bursts and outages along the N55 between Carrickedmond and Ballymahon with new pipes.

This work will also help to secure the towns water supply, reduce high levels of leakage and support much needed growth in this thriving midland town.

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 Speaking about the project, Dave Murphy, Programme Manager with Uisce Éireann, said: “We are thrilled to be commencing this project, which will ensure a more sustainable water supply for the community in Ballymahon. 

“The replacement of these old, damaged pipes will have a positive impact on leakage by significantly lowering the instances of bursts and supply disruptions along the network, providing a more secure water supply for local homes and businesses for years to come.

 “We would like to extend our thanks to the community in advance for their patience and support as we arrive to deliver this much needed project to future proof the water network and support the town to grow.”

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  Ward and Burke Construction Ltd. will carry out the works on behalf of Uisce Éireann.

  The project will take place along the N55 between the Carrickedmond Church and Ballymahon mart. Traffic management will be needed to deliver this vital project efficiently and safely. Safety is a key priority at Uisce Éireann. We are working in close collaboration with the local authority to finalise plans, with efficiency and safety in focus. Further information will be communicated locally in due course.  

 This project will be delivered as part of Uisce Éireann’s national Leakage Reduction Programme which continues to deliver significant benefits to communities across Ireland, including improved water quality, provision of a more resilient and sustainable water supply for customers, and considerable water savings. 

 Since 2018, Uisce Éireann has invested more than €500 million to upgrade the underground water network across the country through the delivery of the national Leakage Reduction Programme. Uisce Éireann is investing a further €250 million every year up to the end of 2030 - fixing leaks and replacing pipes to provide a more reliable water supply. Uisce Éireann is on target to reduce the national rate of leakage to 25% by 2030, from 46% in 2018.

 For more information on the Leakage Reduction Programme, please visit www.water.ie/reducingleaks. Customers can also contact Uisce Éireann on 1800 278 278 with any questions about the project.

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Uisce Éireann is responsible for delivering public drinking water and wastewater services for the people of Ireland. We are committed to enabling communities to thrive by continuously upgrading and developing critical infrastructure to support sustainable growth and development, providing safe drinking water, and enhancing the environment. To find out more visit www.water.ie