Improved water supply for over 11,000 customers

By Dan Walsh

Uisce Éireann has announced the completion of upgrade works at the Kilmallock Bridge Water Treatment Plant at Ballymurn. The upgrade will improve the security of the water supply for over 11,000 Uisce Éireann customers in Castlebridge, Curracloe, Ballymurn, Crossabeg, Glenbrien, Screen and Oylegate.

The project involved building two new treated water storage reservoirs, a new pump station, and related structures, such as an above-ground kiosk, underground pipework, cabling, landscaping, and other site development work. 

Noel Gibbons, Programme Manager with Uisce Éireann said; “Our primary focus during construction was to ensure the continuous provision of safe, clean drinking water to local homes and businesses and to support the necessary capacity for growth. I am delighted that we can now celebrate the completion of this important project, and I would like to thank the local community for their unwavering support and patience.” 

Cllr Pip Breen, Cathaoirleach, of Wexford County Council, said: “I am delighted to be here today to witness firsthand how this upgrade will benefit the local area. This improvement will play a crucial role in shaping the local area’s future.” 

Minister of State James Browne said; “The completion of this project has been crucial in ensuring the provision of a reliable supply of drinking water and supporting future growth and development. I want to commend everyone involved in bringing this project to completion and Uisce Éireann for advancing this essential project as part of its continuous investment in Wexford.” 

Coffey Construction Limited carried out the works on behalf of Uisce Éireann. 

This is just one of several significant projects Uisce Éireann is delivering in Wexford. An upgrade to the Creagh Water Treatment Plant in Gorey is expected to be completed before the end of 2024. This will ensure over 7,000 customers in the Gorey area have a clean, safe water supply. 
Elsewhere in the Model County, an upgrade is also underway at the Newtown Water Treatment Plant in Wexford town with an expected completion date in early 2025, the investment will ensure the continued provision of clean and reliable drinking water to over 26,000 people. 

Meanwhile, a €19 million upgrade is also underway to the Enniscorthy Regional Water Supply. The project will benefit over 11,000 customers, ensuring a dependable and sustainable water supply for Enniscorthy and the surrounding areas and supporting future growth and development in the area.