Works on replacing old water mains to get underway in North Roscommon
The works are due to be completed in December.
Improvement works getting underway in Keadue in the coming days will ensure that by the end of this year, Uisce Éireann’s customers in the area will have a more reliable water supply.
Uisce Éireann has prioritised almost 900m of old water mains for replacement which will not only give homes and businesses in the areas more confidence in their supply, but the new pipework will put an end to leakage of treated water into the ground.
Crews will be carrying out this important water main replacement project in Derreenargan, Keadue, along the R284 as part of Uisce Éireann’s National Leakage Reduction Programme.
The works will also involve 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.
Uisce Éireann’s Programme Manager Enda Mac Namara is looking forward to delivering the project for customers in the area.
“This essential work is part of a significant investment by Uisce Éireann to improve the water network across the country, prioritising investment where it is needed most, enabling these communities to thrive. We would like to thank customers in Derreenargan in advance for their cooperation and patience while we complete these works.” To deliver the works safely and efficiently, a lane closure along the R284 will be required. However, the community can be assured that local and emergency access will be maintained at all times.
Enda continued: “We understand that this type of work is inconvenient, and our crews are making every effort to minimise disruption to the local community. These works are vital to ensure security of supply in the Keadue area now and into the future, with the long-term benefits far outweighing any short-term inconvenience.”
Areas of work will be limited to short sections to minimise impact, and the project team will ensure that customers are given a minimum of 48 hours’ notice prior to any planned interruptions.
Farrans Construction is carrying out the works on behalf of Uisce Éireann which are expected to be completed in December.
The Uisce Éireann Customer Contact Centre, open 24/7 on freephone 1800 278 278, is available to answer any queries. Further information is available on www.water.ie.
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Uisce Éireann is responsible for delivering public drinking water and wastewater services for the people of Ireland. It is 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.
