First 1,000 meters of pipeline installed for critical Clonmel Water Supply Upgrade
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Uisce Éireann’s multi-million-euro investment in water infrastructure in Clonmel reached a milestone this week with the first 1,000 metres of water main installed along the R689 Fethard Road.
The project will improve the security and resilience of the water supply across the town and will result in homes and businesses in Clonmel and surrounding areas being able to enjoy a safer, more secure supply.
The works involve an upgrade to the treatment facilities at Monroe Water Treatment Plant (WTP); the installation of 15km of new water mains, as well as upgrades to the Rathronan Pump Station which will connect the Monroe supply to the Clonmel North Reservoir and Poulavanogue network.
It will address water quality risks for customers on the town’s Poulavanogue supply, allowing it to be taken off the EPA’s Remedial Action List.
The project is being carried out by Shareridge on behalf of Uisce Éireann and will take approximately 18 to 24 months to complete. Pipeline installation works are currently underway along the R689 Fethard Road with site investigations ongoing from Rathronan Cross to Giant’s Grave.
Commenting on the works, Uisce Éireann Portfolio Manager, Diane Carroll, said: “This milestone of the installation of the first 1,000 metres of a new 15km water pipeline highlights the progress that has been made on this critical project since September. The new watermain, along with the vital infrastructure upgrade, will enhance water security across the town into the future. I’d like to take this opportunity to thank road users and the community for their patience as we continue to progress the works safely and efficiently along the Fethard Road.”
The works are being carried out in phases to minimise disruption to the local community. They will advance over the next 18 months along Rathronan L-3279, Clashaniska L-3280, Northview Close, Priory Park Road, Thomas Street, Dillon Street and R688 Cashel Road. Traffic management will be in place along the affected roads with local and emergency access always maintained. Impacted stakeholders will be notified directly and we will continue to keep the local community updated as this project progresses.
Some short-term water interruptions may also be required, and the project team will ensure that customers are given a minimum of 48 hours’ notice prior to any planned interruptions..
Uisce Éireann is committed to keeping customers informed across multiple platforms 24/7 and we encourage customers to engage with us through our website www.water.ie, X channels @IWCare and @IrishWater, on Facebook and LinkedIn and through our customer care helpline which is open 24/7 on 1800 278 278.
Uisce Éireann has launched a free text service, providing real-time updates for local issues. Customers can sign up with their Eircode and mobile number here.
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.
For further information about the project, please visit the Clonmel Water Supply Upgrade Project page.
Diane Carroll, Portfolio Manager, Uisce Éireann.
(l-r) Martin Lydon, Contracts Manager, Shareridge and Darragh Hannon, Project Manager, Uisce Éireann current works location on R689 Fethard Road.
Clonmel Water Supply Upgrade Works Location Map.
Water main installation at current works location on R689 Fethard Road.
Previous Updates
Information below is relevant until further updates are provided here or on our Supply and Service Updates section.
Clonmel will reap the benefits from Uisce Éireann’s multi-million-euro investment in water infrastructure with imminent works promising a more reliable and secure water supply.
Uisce Éireann is delighted to confirm that works are set to commence in the coming weeks to upgrade the Clonmel Water Supply.
Commenting on the benefits of this vital infrastructure for the community Diane Carroll, Project Manager, at Uisce Éireann, said:
"We're delighted to begin the construction phase of this critical project for the people of Clonmel. The project will provide key additional strategic infrastructure to address problematic water quality and supply issues in the local community. This vital project will involve the upgrade of the Monroe Water Treatment Plant, upgrades to Rathronan Pumping Station and 15km of new strategic watermains ensuring the Monroe supply area and customers currently being supplied from Poulavanogue Water Treatment Plant will benefit from the security of supply of being connected to the Clonmel North Reservoir”.
Works are set to begin with the installation of the watermain along the R689 Fethard Road and will progress over 18 months along Rathronan L-3279, Clashaniska L-3280, Northview Close, Priory Park Road, Thomas Street, Dillon Street and R688 Cashel Road as highlighted in the map (attached). Regular updates will be issued on an ongoing basis. The local community will have seen work crews in the area undertaking site investigations ahead of the main construction delivery. These investigations will continue over the coming weeks. We thank road users and the community for their patience as we complete these underground investigations.
To deliver the works safely and efficiently, traffic management will be in place along the affected roads whilst the watermain installation works are on-going. The community can be assured that local and emergency access will be maintained at all times.
Shareridge is delivering the works on behalf of Uisce Éireann and the overall project is expected to be completed by the end of 2026.
The works may require some short-term water service interruptions, however the project team will ensure that customers are given notice prior to any planned interruptions where possible.
Uisce Éireann is committed to keeping customers informed across multiple platforms 24/7 and we encourage customers to engage with us through our website www.water.ie, X channels @IWCare and @IrishWater, on Facebook and LinkedIn and through our customer care helpline which is open 24/7 on 1800 278 278.
Uisce Éireann has launched a free text service, providing real-time updates for local issues. Customers can sign up with their Eircode and mobile number here.
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.
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