Uisce Éireann set to commence works in Adare to provide secure and sustainable water supply

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Uisce Éireann is commencing works on a project to rationalise the water supply in Adare, Co. Limerick. 

The project aims to improve the security and resilience of the water supply for homes and businesses in Adare. The project will be delivered on a phased basis, with phase one set to commence on 28 April. This first phase of works involves the construction of 2 kilometres of water main from the Adare reservoir along the N21 and the Adare to Ballingarry regional road R519. 

Speaking about the project, Uisce Éireann’s Programme Manager, Laura Heneghan said: “We are delighted to be delivering this critical water supply project for the community in Adare. The existing drinking water infrastructure supplying the area is not sufficient to meet current demand. This project will not only improve water supply for over 2,300 customers in the area, it will also facilitate future growth and development, including the delivery of new housing.” 

Brian McCarthy, Uisce Éireann’s Leakage Reduction Programme Manager, continued “The project will require traffic management along the route of the new pipeline. We understand that these types of work can be inconvenient and are making every effort to ensure the work causes minimal disruption to the local community. We are confident that the short-term inconvenience will be outweighed by the long-term benefits upon completion of this essential project.” 

The upgrade will also address operational issues for the Adare Water Treatment Plant which is on the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Remedial Action List (RAL). 

To minimise disruption to the community, a section of phase one of the works along the N21 and part of the R519 will be carried out at night-time during off peak usage hours. Hours of work will be 7pm to 7am Monday night to Friday morning each week. The nighttime works will be in effect from 28 April to end of May 25 from the Adare reservoir along the N21 and approx 200 metres along the R519. The remaining pipelaying works along the R519 will be carried out during normal working hours.  

This phase of works will be delivered by Ward and Burke on behalf of Uisce Éireann and are expected to be completed by Q3 2025. Further information regarding the remaining phases of works will be proactively communicated to the local community in the area in advance of commencement.  

The works may involve some short-term water supply interruptions and the project team will ensure that customers are given a minimum of 48 hours’ notice prior to any planned water interruptions. Uisce Éireann has also launched a free text service, providing real-time updates for local issues. Customers can sign up with their Eircode and mobile number at water.ie  

Uisce Éireann is responsible for delivering public drinking water and wastewater services for the people of Ireland. We are committed to enabling communities to thrive by continuously upgrading and developing critical infrastructure to support sustainable growth and development, providing safe drinking water, and enhancing the environment. To find out more visit our website.