Uisce Éireann is set to commence essential water main replacement works in Tuam, which will significantly improve the security of supply and quality of drinking water to homes and businesses in the area.
The project involves the replacement of more than 350m of aging mains with new, modern pipes along the R332 Dublin Road, from Rinkippeen to the Garraun Park junction. The works, which are being carried out under Uisce Éireann’s National Leakage Reduction Programme, are scheduled to commence this week and are expected to be completed by Spring 2026.
“Aged water mains contribute significantly to water leakage and quality issues,” said Enda Mac Namara, programme manager with Uisce Éireann. “The replacement of these water mains will improve the resilience of the network, eliminate existing leaks and reduce the amount of clean water lost into the ground.
“We would like to thank the local community for their support and patience in advance as we carry out these essential works,” he added.
Areas of work will be limited to short sections to minimise the impact to customers. Traffic management in the form of traffic lights will be in place during the works. However, local and emergency traffic will be maintained at all times.
To minimise disruption during the Christmas period, works will cease from Friday, 19 December until early January 2026.
The works may also involve some short-term interruptions to the water supply for nearby customers. The project team will ensure that customers are given a minimum of 48 hours’ notice prior to any planned interruption.
Farrans Construction will carry out the works on behalf of Uisce Éireann.
The Uisce Éireann Customer Contact Centre, open 24/7 on freephone 1800 278 278, is available to answer any queries. Further information is available on www.water.ie ?
Uisce Éireann is responsible for delivering public drinking water and wastewater services for the people of Ireland, and is 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.?
