Seven-week road closure due to replacement of ‘ageing water mains’ in Malin Head

A water network upgrade is on the way for Malin Head, which will see a seven-week road closure in the area.

More than 2.2 kilometres of ageing water mains in Keenagh and Umgall will be replaced with new, high‑quality pipes to support households and businesses.

Works will get underway this week with crews carrying out the mains replacement project along the R242 and L1201, as well as the L1051 and L1031. Traffic lights will be in place along the route for the duration of the works.

The planned road closure is in place from March 16 until April 30; local and emergency access will be maintained at all times. 

As part of the works, new water service connections will also be installed for customers along the route. Areas of work will be limited to short sections to minimise the impact on customers. 

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“These works are an important step in providing a stronger and more resilient water supply for everyone in the area,” Patricia Lowry, Programme Manager with Uisce Éireann, said. “By replacing these ageing water mains, we are reducing bursts and improving day-to-day service for customers. We would like to thank the community for their cooperation while this essential work takes place.” 

Uisce Éireann Programme Manager Patricia Lowry

Farrans Construction will deliver the project on behalf of Uisce Éireann and completion is expected by Autumn. Short-term interruptions to supply may be required and customers will be notified at least 48 hours in advance. 

This project is being carried out as part of Uisce Éireann’s Leakage Reduction Programme, which aims to safeguard water resources and strengthen water infrastructure nationwide. This investment will help reduce bursts and improve the overall performance of the water network for homes and businesses.

Uisce Éireann’s long-term goal is to reduce leakage to 20%, with an investment of more than €1 billion up to the end of 2029. This planned investment will deliver further vital upgrades to the underground water network,  reducing leakage, improving water quality, and providing a more reliable water supply for Irish homes and businesses.  

Uisce Éireann’s other projects include Eliminating Raw Sewage, Small Towns and Villages Growth Programme, Drainage Schemes and Wastewater Treatment.

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