Uisce Eireann plans to upgrade 2km of water network in Waterford City

Uisce Éireann is developing plans to upgrade 2km of water network in Waterford City to support future development. 

The project will enhance the capacity and performance of the existing water network and will involve upgrading and upsizing 2km of water mains at Vincent White Road; R686 as far as Kingsmeadow Roundabout; R680 from Kingsmeadow Roundabout to junction of R680 Cork Road / Claremont Road, and from junction of R680 Cork Road / Claremont Road to the junction of Ballybeg Drive and Ballybeg Park housing estate.

Site investigation works commenced recently and will take approximately three weeks. That will also support development of designs for the planned upgrades. 

When complete Uisce Éireann will then advance the required statutory and regulatory approvals for the new infrastructure necessary to improve the water network in the city. Commenting on the plan, Donal O’Connor, programme manager with Uisce Éireann, outlined some of the benefits for the city: "These upgrades will ensure that the water network is fit for purpose, supporting sustainable growth and development."

"They will also enhance the resilience of the drinking water network, allowing communities to thrive," said Mr O'Connor.

"We would like to thank the people of Waterford City in advance for their patience and support as we finalise the design and carry out these essential works," he added.

The upgrades, which are considered to be vital, will be delivered through Uisce Éireann’s Growth and Development Programme which is a national initiative focusing on targeted investment to enhance the capacity of water and wastewater infrastructure. 

The aim is to support social and economic growth, including the provision of essential housing. Shareridge is carrying out the works on Uisce Éireann’s behalf.

For updates on the works the public are encouraged to view Uisce Éireann's social media platforms including www.water.ie, X channels @IWCare and @IrishWater, on Facebook and LinkedIn and the utility's customer care helpline, which is open 24/7, on 1800278278.

Uisce Éireann also has a free text service, providing real-time updates for local issues. Customers can sign up with their Eircode and mobile number at www.water.ie