Uisce Éireann, working in partnership with Waterford City and County Council, is replacing approximately 700 meters of old cast iron water watermains in Dungarvan.
The watermains that were prone to frequent bursts and leakage are being replaced with new high-density polyethylene (plastic) pipes.
Once complete, Uisce Éireann says the works will provide a more reliable water supply, and reduce high levels of leakage and will also facilitate social and economic growth into the future, through the upgrading of water infrastructure.
The first section of this upgrade is 100 metres of new water mains on O’Connell Street between the junction of Stephen's Street and St Bridget's Terrace.
These works are due to start week commencing today (Monday) and are programmed to last four weeks.
This will be followed by a 600 metre section of new water mains on Springmount and Mitchell Street, with a programme duration of eight weeks.
Commenting on the project, David Murphy of Uisce Éireann said: “To facilitate the safe delivery of the project and to minimise impact on the community, areas of work will be limited to short sections. Traffic management will be in place at this time, in the form of a stop/go system. Local and emergency traffic will always be maintained.”
He continued “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.”
Uisce Éireann says this project is one example of how it is working in partnership with Waterford City and County Council to reduce leaks every day.
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