Uisce Éireann Turns Sod on Critical Upgrade to Enniscorthy Regional Water Supply

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Uisce Éireann, in partnership with Wexford County Council, today marked the start of construction on a €19 million upgrade to the Enniscorthy Regional Water Supply Scheme

The project, which is being carried out in partnership with Wexford County Council, will benefit over 11,000 consumers, ensuring a reliable and sustainable water supply for Enniscorthy and surrounding areas, and enabling future growth and development in the area.

Critical improvements to the scheme will include upgrading the Vinegar Hill Water Treatment Plant, replacing the raw water intake facility and pumping station at Clonhaston. Approximately, 2km of new water mains will also be re-routed to facilitate the transfer of water from the River Slaney to the Vinegar Hill plant.

A sod turning ceremony to mark the start of the works took place this week led by the James Browne TD, Minister of State at the Department of Justice and supported by Cathaoirleach of Wexford County Council, Councillor John Fleming; Leas-Cathaoirleach of Enniscorthy Municipal District, Councillor Jackser Owens; local TDs and councillors, and representatives from Uisce Éireann and Wexford County Council. 

Commenting on the importance of the project for the community, Diane Carroll, Portfolio Manager at Uisce Éireann, said: 

"We're pleased to mark the commencement of construction on this critical project for the people of Enniscorthy. It will address water quality and supply issues arising from deficiencies and bottlenecks in the existing water infrastructure. The upgraded infrastructure will ensure a reliable and sustainable water supply supporting growth and development of the town."

Speaking at the sod-turning event, James Browne TD, Minister of State at the Department of Justice said: 

"I am delighted to be here today to officially turn the sod on these critical upgrade works. This project is pivotal to supporting future growth and development in Enniscorthy and will support the successful delivery of housing. I would like to commend all those involved in bringing the project to this important stage and commend Uisce Éireann for progressing this vital project as part of its going investment in Wexford."

The project is being delivered by David Walsh Civil Engineering Limited on behalf of Uisce Éireann and is due for completion by the end of next year. Traffic management will be required at different stages throughout the construction phase of this project and impacted stakeholders will be notified directly. We will endeavour to keep the local community and stakeholders updated as this project progresses. 

Uisce Éireann is responsible for the delivery of all public water and wastewater services in Ireland. We are committed to continuously upgrading and developing critical infrastructure to support the growth needed in housing and across our economy, while protecting the environment and safeguarding water supplies.

For more information about these works, please visit our Dedicated Project page.