Kilrush community reaps benefits of Uisce Éireann’s €11m investment

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The Banner County has plenty to celebrate this week with Uisce Éireann also announcing that the construction of an €11 million wastewater treatment in Kilrush has been successfully completed. This significant investment in key infrastructure will support future social and economic growth in the coastal town. 

This vital project, which was carried out in partnership with Clare County Council, ends the discharge of untreated wastewater from Kilrush into the lower Shannon Estuary.  

Speaking about the project, Programme Manager at Uisce Éireann Esther White said: 
“We are delighted to have delivered this important project for the community of Kilrush. The new treatment plant and sewerage infrastructure will improve water quality in the Shannon Estuary and protect recreational waters for swimming, fishing, boating, and sightseeing, as well as protecting the integrity of the local marine environment. It will also support future growth, and social and economic development in the area.”

Esther added: “This project in Kilrush is one example of how Uisce Éireann is working in partnership with Clare County Council to protect our environment and support local communities. Projects were also recently completed to eliminate the discharge of untreated wastewater in Clarecastle and Liscannor. Works have commenced in Ballyvaughan with planning for Kilkee moving forward.”

The project was carried out by EPS Group on behalf of Uisce Éireann. Works involved the construction of a new wastewater treatment plant and installation of sewer pipelines. The existing pumping station on Francis Street was also upgraded to include new mechanical plant and a storm water storage tank. 

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, please visit our dedicated project webpage.