Uisce Éireann to carry out leakage reduction project in Offaly village

Uisce Éireann are commencing works in early August to replace old and damaged water mains in Pullough as part of their commitment to providing a reliable water supply throughout the Offaly village.

Their crews will be installing approximately 6km of new, modern pipes which will strengthen the local network, reduce disruption to homes and businesses and ensure a more dependable water supply for everyone in the community.

The works will take place between the Pull-Inn Pub and the Cush Back Road, with a second section running from Pullough Community Shop & Café to the Turraun Nature Park Car Park.

Uisce Éireann have confirmed that the existing pipes were prone to bursts and leaks, leading to supply interruptions and the loss of treated drinking water.

The works which are part of Uisce Éireann’s National Leakage Reduction Programme will include installing new water service connections from the public water main on the road to customers’ property boundaries and linking them to customers’ water supply.

The replacement of water mains and service connections will eliminate existing leaks and reduce the amount of clean drinking water lost into the ground.

These works will create cost savings by providing improved water network operation that will require less maintenance in the future.

The project is being delivered by Shareridge on behalf of Uisce Éireann who have set an expected completion date by Spring 2027.

Uisce Éireann have said that areas of work will be limited to short sections to minimise impact on customers whilst traffic management will also be in place during this time in the form of a stop/go system and traffic lights.

Additionally, 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 water interruptions.

Welcoming the project, Dave Murphy of Uisce Éireann said that these upgrades will help stop leakage and give the community in 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.”

He concluded: “By focusing on delivering a more reliable supply, we’re helping to build a stronger, more resilient water service for the people of Pullough, now and for generations to come.”