Stronger, more reliable water supply on way for Kilbeggan – Uisce Éireann

Uisce Éireann are committed to providing a reliable water supply for everyone in the community, they said in a statement today; and to help make that happen, are starting work to replace old and damaged water mains in Kilbeggan.

From the Dublin Road between Inver filling station and Scoil an Chlochair, and from the Coola Mill along the R389, through Main Street and Tullamore Road towards Seber House B&B, crews will install 2.8km of new, modern pipes that will strengthen the local network and reduce disruption to homes and businesses.

The existing pipes were prone to bursts and leaks, leading to supply interruptions and the loss of treated drinking water.

Dave Murphy of Uisce Éireann said that the upgrades will help stop leakage and give the community in Kilbeggan greater confidence in their water supply for years to come.

“Every pipe we replace is guided by one clear goal – providing a water supply people can count on. These improvements make a difference every single day, in every tap, home and throughout the community. By focusing on delivering a more reliable supply, we’re helping to build a stronger, more resilient water service for the people of Kilbeggan, now and for generations to come.”

Works will begin at the start of November and will include installing new water service connections from the public water main on the road to customers’ property boundaries.

The project is being delivered by Shareridge on behalf of Uisce Éireann and completion expected by the end of April 2027.

Customers can phone Uisce Éireann on 1800 278 278 if they have questions about the project or visit the Water Supply Updates section of the Uisce Éireann website for regular updates.

“We have measures in place to keep disruption to an absolute minimum but to protect the public and our crews, a traffic management system will be in place during the works. Local and emergency traffic will always be maintained,” said the Uisce Éireann statement.

“This project is one example of how Uisce Éireann work every day to reduce leaks. With more than 65,000km of underground pipes nationally, enough to circle the earth one and a half times, fixing leaks can be complicated. Many are hidden, but we are making progress: National leakage is now at its lowest level ever, reduced from 49% in 2014 to 36% today.”

To learn more about the National Leakage Reduction Programme visit: www.water.ie/projects-plans/national-projects/leakage-reduction-programme.