Leakage Reduction Programme continues in Cork City

Information below is relevant until further updates are provided here or on our Supply and Service Updates section.

Uisce Éireann, working in partnership with Cork City Council, is replacing over 800 metres of old cast iron watermains along Sidney Park and Sidney Hill. The project, which commenced last week, will be completed by the end of 2024.

The works will take place along Sidney Park, Sidney Hill, Wellesley Terrace and Waterloo Place. Traffic Management will be in place throughout the project in the form of traffic lights and flagmen

Commenting on the project, Programme Manager at Uisce Éireann, Jack Cronin said: “The Sidney Park and Sidney Hill area is one of the locations that has been prioritised for replacement due to the discolouration issues that some customers in the area have been experiencing with their water supply. The old cast iron watermains we are replacing were originally constructed in the 1950s. We are delighted to progress these upgrades for the local community, providing them with a more reliable water supply that will also reduce leakage and strengthen the water network in the city."

“Our leakage reduction team have been hard at work and have reduced the amount of water lost by 50% in Cork City, that’s 17 million litres of water saved across the city every day. We remain committed to investment in Cork to ensure the delivery of world class water services.”

“We would like to thank customers in advance for their cooperation and patience while we complete these works.’’

The project is being carried out by Ward and Burke Construction Ltd. on behalf of Uisce Éireann.

The works may involve some short-term water interruptions and the project team will ensure that customers are given a minimum of 48 hours’ notice prior to any planned disruption. The works also involve laying new water service connections from the public water main in the road to customers’ property boundaries and connecting it to the customer’s water supply. Where the existing service connections on the public side are lead these are being replaced.

Customers can phone Uisce Éireann on 1800 278 278 with any questions about the project or visit the Water Supply Updates page for regular updates.

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.