Uisce Éireann to start work on leaking mains at Knockdrin

Uisce Éireann has said this week it is set to commence essential water main replacement works in Knockdrin, just outside Mulllingar, intended to improve the security of water supply and significantly reduce high levels of leakage in the area.

The project involves replacing over 2km of aged and vulnerable water mains in Knockdrin Estate and along the R394 at Ballynagall and Monilea.

Scheduled to begin in the middle of July, the works are to be carried out on behalf of Uisce Éireann by Shareridge and are expected to be completed by Autumn 2025. Works will be delivered in carefully managed phases and short sections to limit disruption.

According to Uisce Éireann, these works form part of a strategic plan to upgrade the water network across Westmeath, with over 30 km of water mains upgraded in recent years.

Dave Murphy, Programme Manager at Uisce Éireann, said delivery of the national Leakage Reduction Programme enhances the security of supply, reduces leakage, and promotes a more sustainable water supply within the county’s water network.